Private mortgage insurance (PMI) is a type of insurance that protects the lender in the event that the borrower defaults on their mortgage. PMI is typically required for borrowers who make a down payment of less than 20% of the home’s purchase price. Avoiding PMI can save you money on your monthly mortgage payments and help you build equity in your home more quickly.
There are a few different ways to avoid PMI. One option is to make a larger down payment. If you can put down 20% or more of the home’s purchase price, you will not be required to pay PMI. Another option is to get a loan from a lender that does not require PMI. Some lenders offer no-PMI loans to borrowers with good credit and a low debt-to-income ratio.