Suzanne Camp · October 31, 2026

What your loan program actually does for you

Mortgage Market Update

Suzanne Camp

Suzanne Camp

Saturday, October 31, 2026

What your loan program actually does for you

Hi there—this week I want to walk you through something that often gets overlooked when people are shopping for a mortgage.

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 Program Fit

Why your loan program matters more than you think

When you're shopping for a mortgage, it's easy to focus only on interest rates. But the program itself—whether it's conventional, FHA, VA, or another type—shapes your entire borrowing experience. Different programs have different rules about down payments, credit requirements, property types, and how much you can borrow. Some programs work better if you're a first-time buyer; others make sense if you have significant equity or a specific financial situation. The right program for your neighbor might not be the right one for you. I've seen borrowers get approved faster, with better terms, simply because we matched them to the program that fit their actual circumstances rather than forcing them into a generic option.

Let's talk about which program is the best fit for your situation.

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 Suzanne Camp team any time and we'll walk you through your options.

Your Mortgage Advisor

S

Suzanne Camp

Suzanne Camp

scamp@haymakerhomeloans.com

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