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You can always contact your lender to determine how much of your monthly mortgage payment is going towards PMI. PMI is typically a charge that is anywhere between $40 and $100 monthly depending on your loan amount.
As a part of the Homeowners Protection Act of 1998, home mortgages signed on or after July 29, 1999 should have their PMI automatically terminated once the borrower reaches 22 percent equity in the home. By request, your PMI can be canceled in most cases once you reach 22 percent equity in the home.
Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) is a part of the loan for many home borrowers that put down less than 20 percent on their home mortgage. PMI is often required by lenders for these loans to protect them if the loan is defaulted on.
If your lender says you do not qualify for termination of your PMI but you have reached 20 percent equity it may be due to particular state rules that apply to where you live. You can contact the state to learn more about particular laws in the state you live.
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