Ryan Skerritt · November 6, 2026

When your mortgage payment goes up

Mortgage Market Update

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Ryan Skerritt

Friday, November 6, 2026

When your mortgage payment goes up

Hi there. This week I'm covering something that comes up a lot: what actually happens to your payment if rates move.

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.


Payment Planning

What changes when your rate adjusts

If you have an adjustable-rate mortgage or are considering one, it helps to understand how a rate change actually affects your monthly payment and overall loan. When rates move, your payment can shift too—sometimes significantly. The good news: knowing this in advance means you can plan ahead rather than be surprised. I walk borrowers through scenarios all the time, and most find that understanding the mechanics helps them decide what's right for their situation. Whether you're curious about how an ARM works or want to stress-test your current mortgage against different rate environments, I'm here to walk through the numbers with you.

Let's talk about what a rate shift would mean for your specific loan.

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 My Mortgage Company team any time and we'll walk you through your options.

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