BlachnoHome Loans · Fairway

The question this site is named after

What’s my payment?

Slide the numbers around. This one defaults to real Cook County property taxes, so the estimate is closer to reality than the national calculators. Then text Arthur and he’ll turn the estimate into an actual number.

okay but is this the real number?
It’s a solid estimate. The real number depends on your credit, the exact tax bill on the house, and the rate the day you lock. Text me the address and I’ll give you the real one in minutes.

Less than 20% down — a PMI estimate (0.5%/yr) is included. It drops off at 20%.

Estimated monthly payment

$0/mo

Breakdown of the estimated monthly payment
  • Principal & interest $0
  • Property taxes $0
  • Insurance $0
  • PMI (est.) $0
Loan amount
$0
Down payment cash
$0
Interest over life of loan
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Calculator results are estimates for illustrative and educational purposes only, are not a quote, rate lock, pre-qualification or pre-approval, and accuracy is not guaranteed. Actual rates, payments, taxes, insurance and mortgage insurance vary by scenario. Contact Arthur for figures specific to your situation.

Reading the number

Three things North Shore buyers ask about this estimate

Why does my estimated payment in Skokie look high?

Cook County property taxes are among the highest in the country. This calculator defaults to a 2.1% effective tax rate so the estimate reflects what North Shore homeowners actually pay; most national calculators assume around 1%. Actual tax bills vary by township, exemptions and assessment — Arthur pulls the real bill for any address you’re considering.

What is PMI and when does it apply?

Private mortgage insurance applies to most conventional loans with less than 20% down. This calculator estimates it at 0.5% of the loan amount per year and removes it automatically once the down payment reaches 20%. FHA loans use a different mortgage insurance structure, and VA loans have none.

Is this calculator a quote or pre-approval?

No. It is an educational estimate only. For real figures, text Arthur at 847-912-6580 or start Fairway’s secure application — a pre-approval reviews your actual credit, income and assets.

Want the real number instead of an estimate?

Text Arthur the address or the price you’re looking at. He’ll pull the actual tax bill, run your credit scenario, and send back a number you can shop with.

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