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Mortgage Calculator

Calculate monthly principal & interest payments, total housing costs, and amortization schedule.

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Results

Total Monthly Payment

$2,672.62

Monthly Principal & Interest

$2,022.62

Monthly Tax

$400.00

Monthly Insurance

$100.00

Monthly HOA

$150.00

Total Loan Interest

$408,142.36

Total Housing Cost

$962,142.36

Understanding Mortgage Payment Calculations

How It Works

This mortgage calculator computes monthly principal and interest (P&I) using standard loan amortization math. It then adds property taxes, homeowner's insurance, and HOA dues to estimate your total monthly housing obligation.

How to Use

1. Input the Home Purchase Price and your Down Payment. 2. Set the mortgage Interest Rate and Term in years. 3. Optionally enter annual tax, insurance, and HOA fees to calculate total monthly outlay.

Understanding the Results

Your Total Monthly Payment reflects your full housing cash outflow. The Monthly Principal & Interest portion reduces your loan balance over time.

Mortgage FAQ

FAQ

What is included in PITI?

PITI stands for Principal, Interest, Taxes, and Insurance. It represents the four core components of a total monthly mortgage payment.

How does down payment affect my payment?

A larger down payment lowers the principal loan amount, which reduces your monthly payment and saves you significant interest over time.