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Principal and Interest Calculator

Principal and Interest Payment Calculator

Instructions

  1. Enter the desired loan amount.
  2. Enter the current interest rate. If you do not know what the current rate is, contact a local loan officer.
  3. To determine the term calculate the number of years by 12 to get the total months for the term of the loan.
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Do I Need a Down Payment?
In today's economy, most consumers don't realize the dream of becoming a homeowner without mortgage programs that offer zero down financing. In spite of the many changes in the mortgage industry, these programs are still readily available.
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Understanding Mortgage Insurance
Mortgage Insurance (MI), also referred to as Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI), insures a portion of the equity in the event a home owner defaults on the mortgage. It is required by many lenders when the first mortgage loan amount exceeds 80% of the value of the home.
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Life After Bankruptcy
A recent bankruptcy may NOT prevent a borrower from getting a mortgage. The most important thing for a consumer to do after a bankruptcy is re-establish credit and stay current on all accounts.
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Credit Knowledge More Important Than Ever
Many lenders that provide mortgages to borrowers with lower credit scores are starting too tightened the reigns on 100% financing.
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New Conforming Loan Limits
Fannie Mae increased conforming loan limits as of January 1, 2006.
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