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The Personal Loan Payment Formula calculates the fixed monthly payment required to repay a loan over a specified term. It accounts for the principal amount, interest rate, and loan duration to determine the periodic payment amount.
The calculator uses the standard loan payment formula:
Where:
Explanation: The formula calculates the fixed payment needed to fully amortize (pay off) the loan over its term, with each payment covering both principal and interest.
Details: Understanding your monthly payment helps with budgeting and financial planning. It allows you to compare loan offers and determine affordability before committing to a loan.
Tips: Enter the principal amount in USD, annual interest rate as a percentage, and loan term in months. All values must be positive numbers.
Q1: Why does the monthly payment include so much interest at first?
A: Loans use amortization where early payments are mostly interest. As the principal decreases, more of each payment goes toward principal.
Q2: How can I reduce my total interest paid?
A: You can reduce total interest by choosing a shorter loan term, making extra payments, or securing a lower interest rate.
Q3: What's the difference between APR and interest rate?
A: The interest rate is the cost of borrowing, while APR includes fees and other loan costs to show the true annual cost.
Q4: Are there loans with different payment structures?
A: Yes, some loans have variable rates, interest-only periods, or balloon payments. This calculator assumes standard fixed-rate amortizing loans.
Q5: How accurate is this calculator?
A: It provides accurate estimates for standard loans, but actual payments may vary slightly due to rounding or specific lender policies.