Finance
A conventional loan typically requires private mortgage insurance (PMI) when the down payment is less than:
A5%
B10%
C15%
D20%✓ Correct
Explanation
Lenders typically require PMI when a conventional loan's down payment is less than 20%, because the lender's risk is higher with less equity in the property.
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