Bruno De Oliveira · November 6, 2026

Do you know how much equity you have?

Mortgage Market Update

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Friday, November 6, 2026

Do you know how much equity you have?

Building equity in your home happens whether you think about it or not—but understanding it changes how you make decisions.

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.


Equity Building

Your home equity is quietly working for you

Every mortgage payment you make builds equity—the difference between what your home is worth and what you owe. Over time, this becomes real wealth. The faster you pay down your loan, the more equity you own, which opens doors: you can borrow against it for home improvements, emergencies, or other needs. Some people don't realize how much equity they've built until they need it. If you haven't checked in a while, it might be worth a conversation about what that number means for your situation and what options it unlocks.

I'd be happy to walk you through your equity position and what it could mean for your future.

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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