Edge Home Finance · November 6, 2026

Which loan type are you actually in?

Mortgage Market Update

Megan Bissell

Edge Home Finance

Friday, November 6, 2026

Which loan type are you actually in?

Hi there. This week I want to clarify something that gets glossed over in most rate conversations: the type of loan you choose is just as important as the rate itself.

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

What your loan type really controls

Not all mortgages work the same way, and the one you choose affects more than just your interest rate. Your loan program determines how much you put down, what happens to your payment over time, and which borrowers qualify. A fixed-rate loan keeps the same payment for decades. An adjustable-rate loan may start lower but can change. FHA, VA, USDA, and conventional loans each have different rules about credit, income, and property type. Understanding which program fits your situation—not just chasing the lowest rate—is how you avoid surprises down the road. Let's talk through what makes sense for you.

Reach out and we can walk through which loan type matches your goals.

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 Megan Bissell team any time and we'll walk you through your options.

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Megan Bissell

Edge Home Finance

megan@mortgagebymegan.com

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