Jonathan Kindred · November 4, 2026

How much equity have you built?

Mortgage Market Update

Jonathan Kindred

Jonathan Kindred

Wednesday, November 4, 2026

How much equity have you built?

This week I want to remind you of something that's quietly working in your favor: your mortgage is building wealth. Here's what you should know.

National Mortgage Rates · November 3, 2026

Conventional 30-Year

7.17%

FHA 30-Year

6.99%

VA 30-Year

6.81%

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 mortgage is working for you every month

Here's something worth thinking about: every payment you make builds equity in your home. That's the difference between what your house is worth and what you owe on it. Over time, that gap grows. Early on, most of your payment goes toward interest, but as months and years pass, more of each payment chips away at the principal—the actual loan balance. This matters because equity is real wealth sitting in your home, and it can be accessed if you need it later through a refinance or home equity loan. The longer you stay in your home, the faster this happens. If you're curious about how much equity you might have built, or whether it makes sense to tap into it for a major expense, I'd be happy to walk through your options.

If you'd like to discuss your equity position or explore what's possible, let's connect.

Tip of the Week

Refinancing resets your amortization clock. If you're 10 years into a 30-year loan, consider a shorter term to avoid paying more total interest.

Tips for Homeowners

Co-Signing a Mortgage: What You're Really Agreeing To

1.

Co-signing makes you equally responsible for the debt. If the primary borrower misses payments, your credit score takes the same hit and the lender can pursue you for the full balance.

2.

The co-signed mortgage debt appears on your credit report and counts toward your DTI. This can limit your ability to qualify for your own financing until the loan is paid off or refinanced out of your name.

3.

There's no automatic way to remove yourself as a co-signer — the primary borrower must refinance the loan in their name alone. Get this understanding in writing before you sign.

Have questions about how any of this affects your mortgage or home purchase? We're here to help — reach out to the Jonathan Kindred team any time and we'll walk you through your options.

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Jonathan Kindred

Jonathan Kindred

jonathan.kindred@onerealmortgage.com

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