Mortgage Pro · October 26, 2026

What type of mortgage do you actually have?

Mortgage Market Update

Matt Combs

Mortgage Pro

Monday, October 26, 2026

What type of mortgage do you actually have?

Hi there. Each week I share what's on my mind about mortgages and home finance.

National Mortgage Rates · October 29, 2026

Conventional 30-Year

7.15%

FHA 30-Year

7.04%

VA 30-Year

6.79%

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.


Loan Programs

Not all mortgages work the same way

One thing I notice is that a lot of borrowers think they know what loan program they have—or what's available to them—but there's actually more flexibility than most people realize. Fixed-rate mortgages, adjustable-rate options, FHA loans, conventional programs, portfolio loans—they all have different rules about what you can borrow, what your credit needs to be, what down payment works, and how your payment behaves over time. The right choice depends on your situation: how long you plan to stay in the home, your comfort with payment changes, your down payment amount, and what your lender can offer. I'd love to walk you through what might make sense for your goals.

Let's talk about which loan program fits your situation best.

Tip of the Week

Test your sump pump before the rainy season by pouring water into the pit — a failed pump can lead to serious basement flooding.

Tips for Homeowners

Rate Lock Strategy: When and How Long to Lock

1.

A rate lock guarantees your interest rate for a set period — typically 30, 45, or 60 days. Longer locks cost more but protect you if the process takes longer than expected.

2.

Lock when you're under contract and confident the deal will close. Don't lock before you have a signed purchase agreement — you're paying for protection you may not need.

3.

If rates drop after you lock, ask your lender about a float-down option. Some lenders offer this for a fee, allowing you to take advantage of a lower rate if the market moves in your favor.

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

Your Mortgage Advisor

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Matt Combs

Mortgage Pro

matt@mtg-pro.com

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