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What is PMI?

Quick Answer

PMI is private mortgage insurance — extra monthly cost on conventional loans with less than 20% down. Costs 0.3–1.5% of the loan annually, automatically removed at 78% LTV, request-removable at 80% LTV.

PMI cost range and removal thresholds for a $400K loan.
Warren Team
Updated April 26, 2026
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