Loan Calculator
What Is the Loan Calculator?
A loan calculator estimates regular payments and the total amount repaid from the loan amount, interest rate and term. Use it to compare different borrowing amounts and repayment periods before making a financing decision.
How to Use the Loan Calculator
- Enter the values requested by the calculator.
- Check the units and assumptions for each field.
- Select Calculate to generate the result.
- Change an input and calculate again if you want to compare scenarios.
Calculation Method
For a standard amortizing loan, payment = P × [r(1+r)^n] / [(1+r)^n − 1].
Example
Example: enter the values relevant to your Loan Calculator scenario, calculate the result, and then change one input at a time to see how that specific variable affects the outcome.
Understanding the Result
The result is determined by the inputs required for Loan Calculator, the units used, and the assumptions built into its calculation. Review each field before comparing results.
Tips and Notes
For a useful comparison, keep units consistent and test more than one realistic scenario. When the result affects an important financial, health, legal, or technical decision, verify key assumptions with an appropriate authoritative source.