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max-width: 800px;
margin: 0 auto;
font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;
color: #333;
line-height: 1.6;
}
.calc-container {
background: #f8f9fa;
border: 1px solid #e9ecef;
border-radius: 8px;
padding: 30px;
box-shadow: 0 4px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);
margin-bottom: 40px;
}
.calc-header {
text-align: center;
margin-bottom: 25px;
}
.calc-header h2 {
margin: 0;
color: #2c3e50;
font-size: 24px;
}
.calc-grid {
display: grid;
grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr;
gap: 20px;
}
@media (max-width: 600px) {
.calc-grid {
grid-template-columns: 1fr;
}
}
.input-group {
margin-bottom: 15px;
}
.input-group label {
display: block;
margin-bottom: 5px;
font-weight: 600;
font-size: 14px;
color: #495057;
}
.input-group input, .input-group select {
width: 100%;
padding: 10px;
border: 1px solid #ced4da;
border-radius: 4px;
font-size: 16px;
box-sizing: border-box;
}
.input-group input:focus {
border-color: #4dabf7;
outline: none;
box-shadow: 0 0 0 3px rgba(77, 171, 247, 0.2);
}
.calc-btn {
grid-column: 1 / -1;
background-color: #228be6;
color: white;
border: none;
padding: 15px;
font-size: 18px;
font-weight: bold;
border-radius: 6px;
cursor: pointer;
transition: background-color 0.2s;
margin-top: 10px;
width: 100%;
}
.calc-btn:hover {
background-color: #1c7ed6;
}
.result-box {
grid-column: 1 / -1;
background: #fff;
border: 1px solid #dee2e6;
border-radius: 6px;
padding: 20px;
margin-top: 20px;
display: none;
}
.result-header {
text-align: center;
font-size: 18px;
color: #868e96;
margin-bottom: 10px;
}
.big-result {
text-align: center;
font-size: 42px;
font-weight: 800;
color: #228be6;
margin-bottom: 20px;
}
.breakdown-table {
width: 100%;
border-collapse: collapse;
font-size: 14px;
}
.breakdown-table td {
padding: 8px 0;
border-bottom: 1px solid #f1f3f5;
}
.breakdown-table td:last-child {
text-align: right;
font-weight: 600;
}
.seo-content h2 {
font-size: 28px;
color: #343a40;
margin-top: 40px;
border-bottom: 2px solid #228be6;
padding-bottom: 10px;
display: inline-block;
}
.seo-content h3 {
font-size: 22px;
color: #495057;
margin-top: 25px;
}
.seo-content p, .seo-content li {
font-size: 17px;
color: #495057;
}
.seo-content ul {
margin-bottom: 20px;
}
.highlight-box {
background-color: #e7f5ff;
border-left: 5px solid #228be6;
padding: 15px;
margin: 20px 0;
border-radius: 0 4px 4px 0;
}
function calculateMortgage() {
// Get inputs
var homePrice = parseFloat(document.getElementById("mc_homePrice").value) || 0;
var downPayment = parseFloat(document.getElementById("mc_downPayment").value) || 0;
var interestRate = parseFloat(document.getElementById("mc_interestRate").value) || 0;
var loanTermYears = parseInt(document.getElementById("mc_loanTerm").value) || 30;
var annualTax = parseFloat(document.getElementById("mc_propertyTax").value) || 0;
var annualInsurance = parseFloat(document.getElementById("mc_insurance").value) || 0;
var monthlyHOA = parseFloat(document.getElementById("mc_hoa").value) || 0;
// Derived values
var loanAmount = homePrice – downPayment;
// Handle edge case where down payment > home price
if (loanAmount 0) {
if (monthlyRate === 0) {
monthlyPrincipalInterest = loanAmount / numberOfPayments;
} else {
// Formula: M = P [ i(1 + i)^n ] / [ (1 + i)^n – 1 ]
monthlyPrincipalInterest = loanAmount * (monthlyRate * Math.pow(1 + monthlyRate, numberOfPayments)) / (Math.pow(1 + monthlyRate, numberOfPayments) – 1);
}
}
// Calculate other components
var monthlyTax = annualTax / 12;
var monthlyInsurance = annualInsurance / 12;
var totalMonthlyPayment = monthlyPrincipalInterest + monthlyTax + monthlyInsurance + monthlyHOA;
var totalRepayment = (monthlyPrincipalInterest * numberOfPayments);
var totalInterest = totalRepayment – loanAmount;
// Formatting currency
var formatter = new Intl.NumberFormat('en-US', {
style: 'currency',
currency: 'USD',
minimumFractionDigits: 2
});
// Update DOM
document.getElementById("mc_result_box").style.display = "block";
document.getElementById("mc_totalMonthly").innerText = formatter.format(totalMonthlyPayment);
document.getElementById("mc_pi").innerText = formatter.format(monthlyPrincipalInterest);
document.getElementById("mc_tax").innerText = formatter.format(monthlyTax);
document.getElementById("mc_ins").innerText = formatter.format(monthlyInsurance);
document.getElementById("mc_hoa_res").innerText = formatter.format(monthlyHOA);
document.getElementById("mc_loanAmount").innerText = formatter.format(loanAmount);
document.getElementById("mc_totalInterest").innerText = formatter.format(totalInterest);
}
Understanding Your Mortgage Payment
Purchasing a home is one of the most significant financial decisions you will make. Using a mortgage calculator is an essential step in determining your budget and understanding the long-term financial commitment. This tool helps break down the monthly costs associated with homeownership, ensuring you aren't caught off guard by hidden expenses.
Pro Tip: Your mortgage payment consists of more than just repaying the bank. Remember the acronym PITI: Principal, Interest, Taxes, and Insurance.
Key Components of a Mortgage
When you take out a home loan, your monthly payment is distributed across several categories:
- Principal: The portion of your payment that reduces the loan balance. In the early years of a 30-year mortgage, this amount is small but grows over time.
- Interest: The fee charged by the lender for borrowing the money. Initially, interest makes up the bulk of your monthly payment.
- Property Taxes: Assessed by your local government based on the value of your property. These are often collected by the lender in an escrow account and paid annually on your behalf.
- Homeowners Insurance: Protects your property against damage. Like taxes, this is often bundled into your monthly payment via escrow.
- HOA Fees: If you buy a condo or a home in a planned community, you may owe Homeowners Association dues. These are usually paid directly to the HOA, not the lender, but still affect your affordability.
How Interest Rates Affect Affordability
The interest rate is arguably the most critical variable in your mortgage calculation. Even a fraction of a percentage point can drastically change your monthly obligation and the total interest paid over the life of the loan.
For example, on a $300,000 loan, the difference between a 6% and a 7% interest rate is roughly $200 per month. Over 30 years, that equates to over $70,000 in additional interest costs. Use the calculator above to experiment with different rates to see how they impact your buying power.
Choosing the Right Loan Term
Most buyers opt for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage because it offers the lowest monthly payment, making homes more affordable. However, a 15-year mortgage usually comes with a lower interest rate and builds equity much faster, though the monthly payments are significantly higher.
Consider your financial stability and long-term goals. If you can afford the higher payments of a shorter term, you will save a substantial amount of money in interest.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is PMI and do I need to pay it?
Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) is usually required if your down payment is less than 20% of the home's purchase price. It protects the lender if you default. PMI typically costs between 0.5% and 1% of the loan amount annually.
How much house can I afford?
A common rule of thumb is the 28/36 rule. Your housing expenses (PITI) should not exceed 28% of your gross monthly income, and your total debt payments (including car loans, student loans, etc.) should not exceed 36%.
Does this calculator include closing costs?
No, this calculator estimates your recurring monthly payments. Closing costs are one-time fees paid at the signing of the mortgage, typically ranging from 2% to 5% of the loan amount.