Home Mortgage Explained: Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI)
When your down payment is less than 20% of the home purchase price, Private Mortgage Insurance is required on a home loan.
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Home Mortgage Explained: Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI)
When your down payment is less than 20% of the home purchase price, Private Mortgage Insurance is required on a home loan.