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FAQ: Editors’ answers
What is the down payment?
The down payment is a portion of the home's sale price that you pay upfront, and it affects the interest rate you qualify for. Generally, a larger down payment leads to a lower interest rate.
What is the loan term?
The loan term is the duration (in years) that you have to repay the mortgage loan. A longer loan term translates to smaller monthly payments but also means you'll pay more interest overall compared to a shorter loan term.
What is the interest rate?
The interest rate is the annual percentage rate you pay to borrow the money for the mortgage. It is a significant factor affecting your monthly payment amount.
What are property taxes?
Property taxes are annual taxes levied on real estate properties. The ShePays calculator allows you to input a monthly amount for property taxes.
What is homeowner's insurance?
Homeowner's insurance is financial protection against losses caused by covered disasters or other damaging events that affect your home. You can specify a monthly amount for homeowner's insurance in the calculator.
What is PMI (private mortgage insurance)?
PMI is an insurance policy that protects lenders if a borrower defaults on their mortgage. It's typically required when the down payment is less than 20% of the home's value. The calculator allows you to input a monthly amount for PMI, but it shows 0 in the example.
What are HOA fees?
HOA (Homeowner's association) fees are monthly or quarterly charges assessed by the homeowners' association to cover the cost of maintaining common areas, amenities, and services within a community. You can enter a monthly amount for HOA fees in the calculator.