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Updated over 6 years ago on . Most recent reply

FHA (95-5) or HEL (80-15-5) piggyback. Which one is better?
I'm looking to put 5% down (50k) on a multifamily that I plan to move into as my primary. i'm having difficulty determining if I should get an FHA (95-5) or HEL (80-15-5). The HEL would come from my current primary residence which has a 3.5% interest rate with 20+ years left.
loan amount 950000
FHA 95-5 scenario) MIP=950,000*0.0175=$16625 up front. PMI =0.0085*950,000/12=$672 monthly.
HEL 80-15-5 scenario) HEL closing cost on 150,000 = approximately $6000. 20yr at 6.25% = $1096 monthly
The calculation above is kind of comparing apples with oranges. Are there other calculations I should do? I'm hoping someone here on BP can help me understand what metrics I can look at to make sure I pick the best option for me. In addition, how would refinancing a few years down the road change the equation/outcome?
Thanks in advance!