Roe Roldan · September 3, 2026

Should you refinance? Let's look at your numbers

Mortgage Market Update

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Roe Roldan

Thursday, September 3, 2026

Should you refinance? Let's look at your numbers

Hi there — this week I want to cover a topic I get asked about often: refinancing, and when it actually makes sense.

National Mortgage Rates · August 27, 2026

30-Year Fixed

6.66%

FHA 30-Year

6.56%

VA 30-Year

6.40%

Rate trend

Source: Freddie Mac PMMS & Optimal Blue via FRED

Rates shown are national averages 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 for your situation

Refinancing isn't right for everyone, but it's worth understanding when it could work in your favor. The main reasons people refinance are to lower their monthly payment, shorten their loan term, switch from an adjustable to a fixed rate, or tap into home equity for a large expense. The trade-off is closing costs and a reset loan timeline — so the math only works if you plan to stay in your home long enough to break even. I help clients run these numbers all the time, and the answer is different for each person. If you've been wondering whether refinancing might be smart for you, I'd be happy to walk through your specific situation and show you what the real numbers look like.

Reach out and we can talk through whether refinancing could benefit you right now.

Tip of the Week

Schedule a plumber to inspect older homes for slow leaks — water damage is expensive and often hidden until it's serious.

Tips for Homeowners

Jumbo Loans: What They Are and How They Work

1.

A jumbo loan exceeds the conforming loan limit set by the FHFA — $766,550 in most areas for 2024, higher in designated high-cost markets. These loans can't be sold to Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac.

2.

Jumbo loans typically require stronger credit (often 700+), larger down payments (10–20%), and more cash reserves. Underwriting is more thorough and can take longer.

3.

Rates on jumbo loans are sometimes comparable to or even lower than conforming rates, depending on market conditions. Don't assume a jumbo loan means a worse deal — shop lenders.

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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