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Loan-to-Value Calculator

Calculate LTV ratio, estimated equity, and down payment percentage.

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Understand how loan balance compares with property value.

Loan-to-value ratio, often called LTV, compares a loan balance with the property value. Lenders may use LTV to understand equity, risk, mortgage insurance, and refinance options.

This calculator estimates LTV, equity, and down payment percentage from a property value and loan amount. It works for purchase planning, refinance planning, and home equity comparisons.

Use LTV alongside affordability, PMI, refinance, and home equity calculators to better understand the role of equity in mortgage decisions.

This calculator is for educational and planning purposes only. It is not financial advice, a loan approval, a tax bill, or a lender quote.

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Formula

How the calculation works

LTV equals loan amount divided by property value. Equity is estimated as property value minus loan amount. Down payment percentage is down payment divided by property value.

Example calculation

A $320,000 loan on a $400,000 home has an 80% LTV. Estimated equity is $80,000, and an $80,000 down payment equals 20%.

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Loan-to-Value Calculator FAQ

What is loan-to-value ratio?

Loan-to-Value Calculator is an educational planning tool. Use the result as a starting point, then compare it with written lender, servicer, tax, or closing documents when available.

Why does LTV matter?

Loan-to-Value Calculator is an educational planning tool. Use the result as a starting point, then compare it with written lender, servicer, tax, or closing documents when available.

How do I calculate LTV?

Loan-to-Value Calculator is an educational planning tool. Use the result as a starting point, then compare it with written lender, servicer, tax, or closing documents when available.

Is lower LTV better?

Loan-to-Value Calculator is an educational planning tool. Use the result as a starting point, then compare it with written lender, servicer, tax, or closing documents when available.

How does LTV relate to PMI?

Loan-to-Value Calculator is an educational planning tool. Use the result as a starting point, then compare it with written lender, servicer, tax, or closing documents when available.

Can LTV change after closing?

Loan-to-Value Calculator is an educational planning tool. Use the result as a starting point, then compare it with written lender, servicer, tax, or closing documents when available.

What is CLTV?

Loan-to-Value Calculator is an educational planning tool. Use the result as a starting point, then compare it with written lender, servicer, tax, or closing documents when available.

Does appraisal value affect LTV?

Loan-to-Value Calculator is an educational planning tool. Use the result as a starting point, then compare it with written lender, servicer, tax, or closing documents when available.

Can LTV affect refinance options?

Loan-to-Value Calculator is an educational planning tool. Use the result as a starting point, then compare it with written lender, servicer, tax, or closing documents when available.

Is this a lender decision?

Loan-to-Value Calculator is an educational planning tool. Use the result as a starting point, then compare it with written lender, servicer, tax, or closing documents when available.

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