Nico is buying a home for $625,000. His earnest money deposit is 8%. He wants to avoid private mortgage insurance (PMI) on his conventional loan, and he owes 5% in closing costs. How much money should he bring to closing?

Answer: $106,250

Explanation: Conventional loans often require 20% down to avoid PMI ($125,000), and Nico has paid a $50,000 deposit ($625,000 x. 08). Closing costs are $31,250 ($625,000 x. 05).

He needs $106,250 to close ([$125,000 - $50,000] + $31,250).