Anthony Rice · November 6, 2026

Should you refinance right now?

Mortgage Market Update

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Anthony Rice

Friday, November 6, 2026

Should you refinance right now?

One of the questions I hear most often is whether someone should refinance their mortgage. Let me walk you through how to think about it.

National Mortgage Rates · November 4, 2026

Conventional 30-Year

7.12%

FHA 30-Year

6.90%

VA 30-Year

6.76%

Rate trend

Source: Optimal Blue daily mortgage indices via FRED

Rates shown are national mortgage index rates and are provided for informational purposes only. Actual rates vary based on credit profile, loan amount, and market conditions. Please contact us for a personalized rate quote.


Refinance Timing

When does it make sense to refinance?

Refinancing isn't a one-size-fits-all move, and it's easy to overthink it. The real question is whether the benefit you'd gain—a lower payment, shorter loan term, or getting out of an adjustable rate—outweighs the cost and effort of the transaction. Sometimes the math says yes right away. Other times, you need to stay put a little longer. I help borrowers look at their specific situation: how long you plan to stay in the home, what your current terms are, and what's available now. If you've been wondering whether it's worth exploring, I'm happy to run the numbers with you—no obligation.

Let's talk about whether refinancing makes sense for your situation.

Tip of the Week

Closing costs typically run 2-5% of the loan amount. Ask your lender for a Loan Estimate so there are no surprises.

Tips for Homeowners

Protecting Yourself from Mortgage Scams

1.

Wire fraud is one of the fastest-growing real estate scams. Never wire closing funds based solely on email instructions — always verify account numbers by calling your title company at a number you look up yourself.

2.

Loan modification and foreclosure rescue scams target homeowners in distress. Legitimate help is available free through HUD-approved counseling agencies at 800-569-4287.

3.

Be wary of unsolicited offers to refinance or cash out equity at terms that sound unusually favorable. If someone contacts you out of the blue, verify their NMLS license number at nmlsconsumeraccess.org.

Have questions about how any of this affects your mortgage or home purchase? We're here to help — reach out to the My Mortgage Company team any time and we'll walk you through your options.

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