Massif Mortgage Group (Barrett Financial Group residential branch) · November 6, 2026

Picking the right loan type matters more than you think

Mortgage Market Update

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Massif Mortgage Group (Barrett Financial Group residential branch)

Friday, November 6, 2026

Picking the right loan type matters more than you think

Hi there. Each week I share what's on my mind about mortgages, real estate, and smart money moves that actually help homeowners and buyers.

National Mortgage Rates · November 5, 2026

Conventional 30-Year

7.18%

FHA 30-Year

6.90%

VA 30-Year

6.76%

Rate trend

Source: Optimal Blue daily mortgage indices via FRED · 30-yr: Freddie Mac weekly survey

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 different lenders, you might have noticed that loan options vary more than you'd expect. Fixed rates, adjustable rates, FHA, conventional, VA, USDA—each program has different rules about down payments, credit requirements, and how your payment behaves over time. What works beautifully for one borrower might not be the right fit for another. The program that's best for you depends on your situation: how long you plan to stay, what you can put down, your credit profile, and your comfort level with payment changes. I often find that borrowers don't realize how much their options have expanded, or that a program they were told wouldn't work actually could. If you're thinking about buying or refinancing, it's worth a conversation about which loan type actually makes sense for your goals.

Let's talk through which loan program aligns with 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 My Mortgage Company team any time and we'll walk you through your options.

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