Tools · Calculator Suite

Mortgage & Home Buying Calculators

Four tools to help you make confident numbers: estimate your monthly payment, compare renting versus buying, see how much home you can afford, and track your down payment goal. All in one place for Peoria and Central Illinois.

Mortgage Calculator

Mortgage Calculator

Loan Details

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Estimated Payment

Estimated monthly payment

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Principal and interest plus property tax and insurance.

Principal & Interest
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Property Tax (monthly)
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Insurance (monthly)
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Loan Amount
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Total Interest Paid
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This is an estimate only and is not a loan offer. Actual rates, property taxes, and insurance vary by lender, property, and local assessment. Contact Teri for a personalized consultation.

Comparison Tool

Rent vs. Buy Comparison

The honest answer depends on your numbers and, above all, on how long you plan to stay. Enter what you pay in rent and what the home you want would cost to see which path comes out ahead over your time horizon.

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Comparison Results

After 7 years:

Total Cost of Renting
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Total Cost of Buying
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Buying saves $0 over 7 years.

This comparison assumes 3% annual home appreciation, 4% annual rent increase, and 1.5% maintenance costs, and it includes property taxes, insurance, and tax benefits. Estimates are for illustration only. Your actual rate, taxes, and costs will differ. Talk to Teri about your real numbers.

Budget Tool

Affordability Calculator

Based on your income and debt, see how much home you can comfortably afford in the Peoria area.

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What You Can Afford

Maximum home price

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Based on a 30-year fixed rate and your income and debt.

Maximum Monthly Payment
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Down Payment
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Front-End (28% limit)
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Back-End (36% limit)
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Estimates follow standard underwriting guidelines with a 30-year fixed rate, roughly 1.5% annual property tax, and 0.5% annual insurance. Your actual approval and limits will vary by lender, credit, and loan program. Contact Teri for help finding your real budget.

Savings Tool

Down Payment Goal Tracker

See how long it will take to save for your down payment based on your target home price, savings rate, and timeline.

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Down Payment Goal

Target down payment

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At your current savings rate, with compounding returns.

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Remaining to Save
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Months to Save
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Years to Goal
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Down payment assistance and low down payment programs may help you reach your goal sooner. Ask Teri about options available in Central Illinois at your free consultation.

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Whether you are buying your first home, selling a longtime family property, or weighing an investment, the first conversation costs nothing and changes everything.