What Debts Are Calculated in DTI Ratios
Mortgage payments (Principal, Interest, Taxes and Insurance) are contained in the DTI calculation, but auto insurance and life insurance payments, 401(k) contributions, income tax deductions and college or private school tuition payments are not.
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