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How Much Do You Need for a Down Payment?

See exactly how your down payment size affects your loan, monthly payment, and whether you'll pay PMI.

Your Home & Savings
$
20%
$
$
6.20%
Key milestones: 3% minimum (conventional), 3.5% (FHA), 10% (lower PMI), 20% eliminates PMI entirely. Every extra percent saved reduces your loan and monthly payment.
Down Payment Results
Down payment needed
$
20% of home price
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Progress toward your goal 0%
$0 saved Goal: $—
Loan Amount
$—
—% financed
Monthly Payment
$—
P&I only
PMI / month
$—
at 0.9% annual
Time to Save Goal
at current savings rate
How long to save — at your monthly rate
3% down
5% down
10% down
20% down ✓
25% down
Down payment impact on your payment
Down Pmt Loan Amt P&I / mo Saves / mo
Calculations are estimates for educational purposes. PMI rates vary by lender and credit score (typically 0.5%–1.5% annually). Savings timelines assume consistent monthly contributions with no investment returns. Consult a mortgage professional for personalized guidance.

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