Piggyback Loans: How to Avoid PMI
You can eliminate PMI payments without a traditional 20% down payment. Piggyback loans offer the best of both worlds — but at a cost.
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Ben Mizes is the co-founder and CEO of Clever Real Estate, the free online service that connects you with top agents to save thousands on commission. He’s an active real estate investor with 22 units in St. Louis and a licensed agent in Missouri. Ben enjoys writing about real estate, investing, personal finance, and financial freedom.
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