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How Much is PMI?

Premium prices vary. They are based on the size of the down payment, type of mortgage and amount of insurance coverage. Premiums typically are folded into your monthly mortgage payment.

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When Can I Remove PMI from My Loan?

PMI payments can be dropped from your mortgage when your LTV falls below 80%. Most lenders will not automatically drop your PMI though.

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How Can I Avoid PMI?

The easiest way to avoid PMI is to invest a 20 percent down payment at the time of the loan. Lenders will not require PMI when the loan to value (LTV) is 80% or less. However, coming up with 20 percent down payment is very difficult for many borrowers.

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What is PMI?

PMI is Private Mortgage Insurance which insures the lender against loss if the borrowers defaults on the mortgage loan. PMI is usually required when the borrower’s down payment or equity is less than 20% of the loan value. Of course, not all lenders require PMI, although those that follow the Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac guidelines for loan approval do require PMI.

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