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Mortgage Insurance Rates

Daniel Cohen
UpdatedMar 26, 2024

What impacts my PMI?

Can you give me examples of what impacts my PMI or mortgage insurance rates? And, does my credit score impact my PMI rate?

I will give you a couple of examples relating to PMI rates at various FICO scores. Keep in mind that there are many variables that can affect your PMI rates in addition to FICO scores:

1.Down payment (a lower down payment will increase the PMI rate you are required to pay).

2.Type of loan (an ARM will typically have a higher PMI rate than a fixed mortgage, a second home will have a higher rate than a primary residence, etc.).

3.The amount of insurance coverage (expressed as a percentage of the loan balance).

To keep things consistent, I’ll give you an example of a $210,000 house/primary residence. The buyer has put 5% down, leaving ~$200,000 in an adjustable rate mortgage. The PMI coverage is 25%.

The approximate rates at the following FICO scores would be:

620+, 0.77% ($128 per month)

600-619, 1.47% ($245 per month)

575-599, 2% ($333 per month)

A pretty big difference!

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I hope this information helps you Find. Learn & Save.

Best,

Bill

Bills.com

The mortgage market: what's new?

It is expected that mortgage rates are subject to change. Homebuyers and those refinancing their mortgages should pay close attention to the latest mortgage rate

Mortgage rates February 21, 2024
According to Freddie Mac, the 30-year mortgage rate for the week of February 21, 2024 stands at 6.9%. This reflects a 13 basis points increase from the previous week's rate.
Note: A basis point is equal to one-hundredth of one percent (0.01%). In numerical terms, if the mortgage rate changes by 20 basis points, it means the rate has changed by 0.20%.
Additionally, Freddie Mac reports that the 15-year mortgage rate for February 21, 2024 is 6.29%, indicating a 17 basis points increase from last week’s rates.

What does the mortgage rate mean for you?
Mortgage rates play a vital role in determining your monthly payment. Let's take a look at the avergage interest rates (APR) for February 25, 2024 based on Zillow data for borrowers with a high credit score (680-740) in the United States:

  • For a 30-year conventional loan, the interest rate is 6.88%.
  • If you opt for a 15-year conventional loan, the interest rate stands at 6.08%.
    Using the rates mentioned above, a $279,082 30-year-year mortgage would result in a monthly payment of $1,834. On the other hand, a 15-year mortgage would require a monthly payment of approximately $2,367.

Explore your options and secure pre-approval today!
To make your life easier, we highly recommend shopping around for mortgages and getting pre-approved. This will streamline the home-buying or refinancing process and make it a breeze. Ready to get started? Check Out mortgage rates now for the best options available.

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4 Comments

BBill, Oct, 2009
Call a few insurance agents in Port Bolivor and ask. The rates will vary with the size of the lot and its location. "Expensive" is a relative term and depends on a risk analysis.
mmike moehling, Oct, 2009
is insurance on an empty lot hard to get or expencive in port bolivor thanks mike
BBill, Feb, 2009
You will need to discuss this with your current mortgage lender and other creditors.
eeviehayes, Feb, 2009
I have high credit balances due to Hurricane Ike and unexpected expenses. Is there a way I can be considered for a lower rate due to this natural disaster and the need to utilize my credit cards until Settlement from insurance is awarded? I have R-1's and I-1, etc and paid as agreed credit reports. I want to purchase another house once this is settled and I pay off my present mortgage. My income is approx $38,000 with dividends also from stocks and stock holdings fluctuating.