PMI estimated at ~0.6% annually for less than 20% down. Actual PMI varies by credit score, loan program, and lender.

Side-by-side scenarios

Payments at 6.500% over 30 years

DownCash neededLoanP&I + PMI
3%$12,000$388,000$2,646
3.5% (FHA)$14,000$386,000$2,633
5%$20,000$380,000$2,592
10%$40,000$360,000$2,455
15%$60,000$340,000$2,319
20%$80,000$320,000$2,023

Conventional loans drop PMI automatically at 78% LTV. FHA MIP usually stays for the life of the loan unless you put 10%+ down.

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