Thursday, April 17, 2008

What is PMI?

All lenders do not require you to put down 20% on a home purchase, but if you do put anywhere from 5-15% down they require you to pay Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI). Plus, there are going to be other expenses that you will pay in cash @ closing.

PMI is typically rolled into a monthly mortgage payment(0.5 to 1% of the entire amount annually).

Once you have 20% or more equity in your home, request in writing from your lender that you no longer need the PMI.


We hope you found this information helpful.

Call us @ 408 399 1495 or email me @ monica.manocha@cbnorcal.com and lets talk more about your real estate needs...

Monica
www.mmgproperties.com

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