- A 20% down payment is viewed as ideal by lenders because you are investing a significant amount of your own money in your home. The lenders risk is reduced making it easier to obtain a loan.
- You eliminate the need for private mortgage insurance. PMI provides insurance to the lender in case you default on your loan. This is an additional monthly expense added to your mortgage payment that you will not have to pay.
- A 20% down payment will qualify you for a slightly lower interest rate.
- You instantly have 20% equity in your home, which you can get back as part of your profit when you sell or borrow against in the future.
Posted by Bradford Miller Law, P.C.
134 N. LaSalle Street, Suite 1040
Chicago, IL 60602
312-238-9298
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