Secured Lending Group · November 6, 2026

Should you refinance your mortgage?

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Friday, November 6, 2026

Should you refinance your mortgage?

Not every rate move calls for action. But sometimes one does. Here's how to tell the difference.

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.


Refinancing Basics

When refinancing makes sense (and when it doesn't)

Refinancing isn't always the right move, even when rates shift. The real question is whether the benefit you'd gain covers what you'd pay to refinance. Some people break even in months; others take years. The only way to know is to look at your specific loan, remaining balance, and how long you plan to stay in your home.

I see borrowers make two mistakes: jumping on refinancing without doing the math, or avoiding it because they assume the costs are too high. The truth is somewhere in the middle. If you've been thinking about it, let's run the numbers together and see if it actually works for your situation.

Reach out if you'd like me to run a quick refinance analysis 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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