If you don’t put 20% down on a home, you’ll pay mortgage insurance in some form. If it’s a conventional loan, you pay PMI. If you opt for a government-backed loan, like the FHA or USDA loan, you pay annual insurance for the life of the loan. There’s no getting around it, unless you try one of the Read more
How Long Must you Pay Mortgage Insurance
Mortgage insurance adds quite a bit to your mortgage payment. Depending on your loan type, it could cost you more than $100 extra per month. Since the insurance doesn’t benefit you, chances are you want to know how to get rid of it as quickly as you can.Get Matched with a Lender, Click Read more
Can I Get a Refund on FHA Mortgage Insurance?
If you have been thinking about refinancing your FHA mortgage, yet cringe at the thought of paying that upfront mortgage insurance premium again, you are in luck. If you originally obtained your FHA mortgage less than 36 months ago, you may be entitled to a refund of the initial premium that you Read more
Is PMI Tax Deductible in 2019?
PMI can add hundreds of dollars to your mortgage payment. You probably want to know if you can deduct this expense on your taxes, just as you can deduct your mortgage interest. With the new tax laws covering the taxes for 2018, your deductions may change and this includes deducting your Read more
What Does FHA Mortgage Insurance Do to Your Mortgage Payment?
FHA mortgages always include mortgage insurance. It’s not just until you owe less than 80% of the home’s value either. You pay the mortgage insurance for the life of the loan. While that’s not the best news you want to hear, the good news is that the insurance does decrease over time.Compare Read more
