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15% Down · FHA

15% Down FHA Loan

Minimal PMI, strong jumbo pricing, and a low monthly payment.

Down Payment %
15%
On a $400K Home
$60,000
Loan Amount
$340,000
Sample Price
$400,000
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15% Down · FHA

15% Down FHA Loan in Florida

On an FHA loan, 15% down works within FHA's 3.5% minimum and flexible 580-score guidelines. FHA carries an upfront and monthly mortgage insurance premium, but it forgives thinner credit and higher debt than conventional — and it pairs cleanly with Florida assistance to cover the cash.

Fifteen percent down puts you within reach of the no-PMI threshold while keeping more cash than a full 20% would. PMI at this level is small, and jumbo pricing improves noticeably.

On a $400,000 home, 15% down is $60,000. Your PMI is minimal and disappears soon after closing as you approach 20% equity. For jumbo borrowers, 15% down often unlocks better rates and easier approval than 10%.

This is a practical target for buyers who have saved well but do not want to part with the full 20%. We show you the monthly difference between 15% and 20% so you can decide whether holding back that cash is worth the small PMI.

15% Down at a Glance

Minimal PMI that cancels soon after closing.
Better jumbo rates than a 10% down loan.
Keeps more reserves than a full 20% down.
Low monthly payment from the smaller balance.

Read the full 15% down guide, or compare other loan types: Conventional · First-Time Buyers · Florida.

15% Down Snapshot
15%Down Payment %
$60,000On a $400K Home
$340,000Loan Amount
$400,000Sample Price
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01
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02
Match Program
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03
Processing
Our team handles paperwork
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Close
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15% Down FHA Loan Questions

Does 15% down work with an FHA loan in Florida?

Yes. FHA's 3.5% minimum and forgiving credit rules make it a natural fit, and 15% down stacks with Florida Hometown Heroes to lower your cash to close. We confirm the FHA numbers against your file before you apply.

Is PMI expensive at 15% down?

No. At 15% down PMI is small and short-lived, because you only need to gain 5% more equity for it to cancel. Many buyers reach that within a couple of years through payments and Florida appreciation. We estimate when yours would drop off.

Should I put 15% or 20% down?

It depends on your reserves and goals. Twenty percent removes PMI entirely; 15% keeps an extra 5% of the price in your pocket for a small monthly PMI cost. If that cash matters more than the PMI, 15% can be the smarter call. We model both.

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Figures are illustrative only and based on a sample purchase price. APR, payments, and assistance amounts vary by credit score, loan amount, income, and market conditions. Subject to credit approval. Not a commitment to lend. NMLS# 1859012. Equal Housing Lender.