Barrett Financial Group · November 6, 2026

Picking the right loan program for you

Mortgage Market Update

Ryan Nelson

Barrett Financial Group

Friday, November 6, 2026

Picking the right loan program for you

Hi there, This week I want to talk about something that shapes your mortgage more than most people realize.

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.

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Loan Programs

Your loan type shapes your whole financial picture

When you're shopping for a mortgage or thinking about refinancing, interest rate gets all the attention. But your loan program—whether it's conventional, FHA, VA, or another option—is just as important to your long-term finances. Different programs come with different requirements, protections, and costs. Some let you put down less money upfront. Others offer built-in flexibility if life changes. The right program for you depends on your situation: your down payment ability, credit profile, income stability, and plans for the home. A mismatch between your circumstances and your loan type can mean higher costs or unnecessary stress down the road. I'd love to walk you through which programs might work best for where you are right now.

Let's talk about which loan program makes the most 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 Ryan Nelson team any time and we'll walk you through your options.

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Your Mortgage Advisor

Ryan Nelson

Ryan Nelson

Barrett Financial Group

NMLS# 211828 · Company NMLS# 181106

rnelson@barrettfinancial.com

480-861-7841

2701 E Insight Way Suite 150 Chandler, AZ 85286

NMLS# 211828 · Company NMLS# 181106

480-861-7841  |  https://ryannelson.theradcrm.com/

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