Question : Is this mortgage calculator accurate???
I found this mortgage calculator provided by a home builder. This one not only includes Principle and Interest, it also appears to include Taxes and Insurance (although, not sure how accurate).

In the link, click up top on “How much can I afford” and select “Find out how much my monthly payment would be.” And select your state.

http://www.mihomes.com/

Please tell me if this is pretty accurate. It doesn’t add in PMI, instead it breaks it out to two mortgages, 80/20 maybe? But it doesnt tell you what the rate is on the second mortgage.

I’m just trying to figure some things out before I have my credit checked and speak to a loan officer.

Thanks
second mortgage calculator

Best answer:

Answer by V Theriault
Great question!
1. Defiantly take into account for Closing Costs.
(If Purchasing: A Home)
When making your contract with the seller or with a trusted Realtor; request a 6% seller concession,
and that will assistance a huge part of your closing costs, if not all.
Example:
Home cost: 250K
Seller pays 6% towards closing = $ 15,000 paid for by the seller at closing…
2. Yes, as far as the 80/20…Mortgage Calculators give you a somewhat fair idea of what the payment will be or an estimated average rate for a second mortgage. But it all depends on where you are with your credit rating, how much the second mortgage is, etc…
3. I would give the Mortgage Calculators a 6 out of a 10 on reliability…Definitely talk to a Loan Officer and get exact figures…
Most banks and lenders give a Free Application.

I hope this was helpful!

Regards,
FinanceYourWay.com