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Home Loan & PITI Estimator

Mortgage Calculator

Calculate your true monthly housing payment including Principal, Interest, Property Taxes, Home Insurance, and PMI with instant amortization schedules.

Mortgage & Property Details

PITI Breakdown
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$50k$1.5M
$80,000
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0% (Min)20% (No PMI)50% (Max)
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Taxes, Insurance & HOA (Optional)
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Monthly Payment Summary
Total Estimated Monthly Payment$2,540/mo
Principal & Interest
$2,023
Property Taxes
$400
Homeowners Insurance
$117
Total Interest Over 30 Yrs:$408,142
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How Your Monthly Mortgage Payment Is Calculated

Breaking down the four core components of PITI

Your actual monthly mortgage payment is rarely just loan principal and interest. Lenders escrow property taxes and insurance into your monthly bill to protect the collateral:

Principal & Interest (P&I)

The base loan repayment based on the amortization formula. Early payments go primarily toward interest; later payments pay down principal.

Property Taxes & Insurance (T&I)

Municipal real estate taxes and hazard insurance held in escrow by the mortgage servicer and paid on your behalf annually.

Frequently Asked Questions About Mortgages & Home Loans

What does PITI stand for in a monthly mortgage payment?

PITI stands for Principal, Interest, Taxes (property taxes), and Insurance (homeowners insurance and private mortgage insurance). Together, these four components make up your true, complete monthly housing payment.

What is Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) and when does it apply?

PMI is an insurance premium required by conventional lenders if your down payment is less than 20% of the home's purchase price. It typically costs between 0.5% and 1.0% of the original loan amount per year and can be removed once you build 20% equity in the property.

What is the 28/36 Rule of home affordability?

The 28/36 rule is a financial guideline used by mortgage underwriters: you should spend no more than 28% of your gross monthly income on housing costs (PITI), and no more than 36% on total debt obligations (housing + car loans + student loans + credit cards).

What is the difference between a 15-year and a 30-year fixed mortgage?

A 30-year fixed mortgage provides lower monthly payments spread over three decades, but accrues significantly more total interest over the life of the loan. A 15-year mortgage has higher monthly payments, but typically comes with lower interest rates and saves tens of thousands of dollars in total interest.

Can freelancers and 1099 contractors qualify for a mortgage?

Yes. Lenders typically require 2 consecutive years of tax returns (Form 1040 and Schedule C) to verify your average net self-employment income after business deductions.

Mortgage Disclaimer: This calculator provides mathematical payment estimates for educational planning. Final loan terms, interest rates, closing costs, and escrow requirements are determined by your licensed mortgage lender.

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