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A Physician Mortgage Loan is a specialized mortgage program designed specifically for medical professionals. These loans often feature more flexible underwriting standards, lower down payment requirements, and may not require private mortgage insurance (PMI) even with smaller down payments.
The calculator uses the standard mortgage payment formula:
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Explanation: This formula calculates the fixed monthly payment required to fully amortize a loan over its term, including both principal and interest components.
Details: Physician mortgage loans typically offer benefits such as 0-10% down payments without PMI, flexible debt-to-income ratios that consider future earning potential, and special underwriting that accounts for medical school debt differently than conventional loans.
Tips: Enter the loan principal amount in USD, annual interest rate as a percentage, and loan term in years. The calculator will provide your estimated monthly payment, total amount paid over the loan term, and total interest cost.
Q1: Who qualifies for physician mortgage loans?
A: Typically licensed physicians, dentists, and sometimes other medical professionals who are within a certain number of years from completing their training.
Q2: What are typical down payment requirements?
A: Physician loans often allow 0-10% down payments, compared to conventional loans that typically require 20% to avoid PMI.
Q3: Are there special considerations for medical school debt?
A: Yes, many physician mortgage programs treat medical school debt more favorably in debt-to-income calculations.
Q4: What types of properties qualify?
A: Most programs cover primary residences, including single-family homes, condos, and townhomes. Investment properties usually don't qualify.
Q5: How do interest rates compare to conventional mortgages?
A: Rates are typically competitive with conventional mortgages, though they may be slightly higher to compensate for the lower down payment risk.