How automatic PMI termination works on conventional loans versus borrower-requested removal. The 2 Mortgage Guys at Luminate Bank, lending nationwide.
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Automatic PMI Cancellation
Yes — on most conventional loans, private mortgage insurance must be automatically terminated by the servicer once the loan reaches 78% of the original property value, as long as you are current on payments.
Federal rules set a hard stop for many conventional PMI policies once equity reaches the required level.
A few situations still need a borrower request or a different strategy.
A little prep prevents PMI from lingering after it should be gone.
If cash flow matters now, do not wait for 78% if you already qualify to request removal.
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