Trevor Sanders · October 31, 2026

Your home is building wealth. Here's how.

Mortgage Market Update

Trevor Sanders

Trevor Sanders

Saturday, October 31, 2026

Your home is building wealth. Here's how.

Hi there. As we head into the final weeks of the year, it's a good time to check in on one of the smartest moves you've already made: building equity in your home.

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.


Equity Building

Your home is working for you right now

Every mortgage payment you make builds equity—that's the difference between what your home is worth and what you still owe. Over time, this grows into real wealth and real options. Whether you're thinking about a future move, home improvement, or just curious about your financial standing, knowing your equity is worth understanding. It can open doors to refinancing, home equity lines of credit, or simply give you peace of mind about where you stand. I'm happy to walk through where you are and what your equity means for your next move.

Let me help you figure out what your equity position looks like—just reach out.

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 Trevor Sanders team any time and we'll walk you through your options.

Your Mortgage Advisor

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