Finance
Private mortgage insurance (PMI) is typically required on conventional loans when the down payment is less than:
A5%
B10%
C20%✓ Correct
D25%
Explanation
Lenders typically require PMI on conventional loans when the buyer's down payment is less than 20% of the purchase price, protecting the lender against default risk.
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