How Realwing’s VA Loan Calculator Works
Realwing’s VA loan calculator is designed to make estimating your monthly mortgage payment quick and painless. With autofill elements, it helps you crunch the numbers on your future home in seconds. Like any mortgage, your VA loan payment includes the principal (the amount borrowed) and interest (what the lender charges for the loan). These are displayed as P&I in the calculator breakdown. You can also toggle options to include taxes and insurance for a complete picture of your monthly costs. Here’s what goes into the calculation:
Home Price
This is the amount you paid (or plan to pay) for your home. The lower the price, the lower your monthly mortgage. Enter the purchase price into Realwing’s VA loan calculator to get started.
ZIP Code
Your location impacts your loan eligibility. Enter your ZIP code, and our calculator will factor in county-specific VA loan limits to determine if a down payment is required. As of 2020, the VA no longer limits how much you can borrow, but lenders use local limits to manage risk.
Property Tax
Your estimated annual property tax is divided by 12 and added to your monthly mortgage payment. If you know the exact tax amount, you can enter it as a total or percentage.
Home Insurance
Homeowners insurance is required by VA lenders and protects against hazards, loss, and liability. The total annual premium is split into monthly payments and added to your mortgage estimate.
Down Payment
VA loans typically don’t require a down payment, but adding one can lower your total loan amount and reduce your VA funding fee. Adjust the default $0 setting in our calculator to see how different down payments affect your costs.
Loan Program
Choose between 30-year fixed, 15-year fixed, or a 5-year adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM). A 30-year fixed loan has lower monthly payments but higher long-term interest, while a 15-year loan costs more per month but saves on interest overall.
Interest Rate
Your mortgage interest is expressed as a percentage and determines how much you’ll pay in addition to the principal. Realwing’s VA loan calculator autofills with the current national average VA mortgage rate, but your rate depends on factors like credit score and lender selection. Always compare rates from multiple VA lenders.
HOA Dues
If your home is in a community with a homeowners association (HOA), you’ll have monthly dues. Enter your HOA fees in our calculator for a more accurate payment estimate.