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FHA Loan Calculator
Calculate FHA loan payments, down payment requirements, and mortgage insurance premiums
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The FHA Loan Calculator helps you estimate your monthly payments and costs for an FHA (Federal Housing Administration) loan. It takes into account the unique aspects of FHA loans, including their lower down payment requirements and mandatory mortgage insurance premiums. The calculator considers several key factors:
Down Payment Requirements
FHA loans require a minimum down payment of 3.5% of the purchase price if your credit score is 580 or higher. This is significantly lower than the typical 20% required for conventional loans, making homeownership more accessible to first-time buyers and those with limited savings.
Mortgage Insurance Premiums (MIP)
FHA loans include two types of mortgage insurance premiums: an upfront premium of 1.75% of the base loan amount, and an annual premium (paid monthly) that varies based on your loan term and down payment. For most borrowers with 30-year terms and down payments less than 5%, the annual MIP rate is 0.85% of the loan amount.
The calculator provides a comprehensive breakdown of your FHA loan costs and payments. Understanding these components is crucial for making an informed decision about your mortgage:
Monthly Payment Components
Your total monthly payment consists of principal and interest (P&I) plus the monthly mortgage insurance premium (MIP). The P&I portion remains constant throughout the loan term, while MIP may be cancelable under certain conditions for loans originated before June 2013.
Upfront Costs
The upfront costs include your down payment and the Upfront Mortgage Insurance Premium (UFMIP). The UFMIP can be financed into the loan amount, but doing so will increase your monthly payments and the total amount you'll pay over the life of the loan.
Amortization Schedule
The graph shows how your loan balance decreases over time and the total amount paid (including MIP). This helps you understand the long-term financial impact of your FHA loan and how much equity you'll build over time.
1. What credit score do I need for an FHA loan?
FHA loans are available to borrowers with credit scores as low as 500, though you'll need a score of at least 580 to qualify for the minimum 3.5% down payment. Borrowers with credit scores between 500-579 must make a larger down payment of at least 10%.
2. Can I remove the mortgage insurance premium from an FHA loan?
For FHA loans originated after June 3, 2013, the annual mortgage insurance premium (MIP) remains for the entire loan term if your down payment was less than 10%. If you made a down payment of 10% or more, MIP can be removed after 11 years.
3. What are the FHA loan limits?
FHA loan limits vary by county and are updated annually. In 2024, the limits range from $472,030 in low-cost areas to $1,089,300 in high-cost areas for single-family homes. Special exceptions exist for Alaska, Hawaii, Guam, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
4. Can I use an FHA loan for any type of property?
FHA loans can be used for single-family homes, multi-family properties up to four units (if you live in one unit), condominiums approved by HUD, and manufactured homes that meet FHA requirements. The property must be your primary residence and meet FHA property standards.
5. What is the scientific source for this calculator?
This calculator is based on official FHA loan guidelines and mortgage amortization formulas published by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The calculations follow HUD Handbook 4000.1, which outlines FHA Single Family Housing Policy, including current mortgage insurance premium rates (Mortgagee Letter 23-05) and amortization methods. The monthly payment calculations use the standard mortgage amortization formula: PMT = L[c(1 + c)^n]/[(1 + c)^n - 1], where L is the loan amount, c is the monthly interest rate, and n is the number of payments.