Alan Gonzalez · November 6, 2026

Different mortgages work different ways

Mortgage Market Update

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Alan Gonzalez

Friday, November 6, 2026

Different mortgages work different ways

Not all mortgages are built the same. Here's what you should know.

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.


Loan Programs

Not all mortgages work the same way

If you've been shopping around or talking to lenders, you may have noticed they're offering different loan types—fixed-rate, adjustable-rate, government-backed programs, portfolio loans. Each one works differently, has different rules about down payments and credit, and fits different situations. A program that's perfect for one borrower might not make sense for another. The program you choose early on shapes your monthly payment, how much you can borrow, and what happens down the road. It's worth understanding which type fits your real situation, not just which one sounds cheapest right now. I'm happy to walk through the options with you and explain how each one would actually work for your goals.

Let's talk through which program might be the right fit for you.

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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