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How Do I Cancel PMI?

How do I cancel PMI? Will refinancing or a new appraisal be required to get rid of PMI?




PMI Requirements - Down Payment And Equity

For years, banks required a 20% down payment from home buyers. Refinancing was based on 80% of a home's value, or less.

As time went by, mortgage lenders allowed more financing with less equity. Private mortgage insurance opened the door to homeownership opportunities.

Why Homeowners Could Not Get Rid Of PMI

You may remember the issue with homeowners was the tedious work to get rid of PMI. Even with abundant equity, lenders were reluctant to remove private mortgage insurance coverage.

Speed up time to today. Homeowners are asking, "How do I cancel PMI?" and "What laws protect homeowners?"

Three Methods of PMI Cancellation

The three methods of PMI cancellation share these common requirements.

  • Homeowners need acceptable payment histories
  • Mortgages must be conventional, not FHA or VA
  • Original loans must be dated after July 29, 1999

How Do I Cancel PMI?

Answer: After paying down your mortgage to 80% of its value based on the lesser of the original appraised value or purchase price.

When you request PMI cancellation, the lender can require a current appraisal to protect against declining values. If you have a second mortgage or a late payment, it could complicate termination.

When Will Lenders Automatically Terminate PMI?

Answer: Once your mortgage is paid down to 78% of the original property value.

PMI on certain high risk loans will not be canceled before 77%. Don't forget about a good payment history.

When Will Final PMI Termination Occur?

Answer: Midpoint in the life of your loan.

Let's say you never request termination. When your mortgage reaches midpoint of your amortization period, final termination will occur.

For instance, a 30 year fixed rate mortgage has 360 payments. After 180 payments, PMI terminates subject to being current on payments.

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