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Loan & Mortgage Calculator

Calculate monthly payments, interest, and amortization for mortgages and personal loans

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Enter your loan details and click Calculate to see your payment breakdown and amortization schedule.

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A loan calculator helps you estimate monthly payments, total interest, and the full amortization schedule for mortgages and personal loans. You enter the loan amount (or home price and down payment), interest rate, and term. For mortgages, you can add property tax and insurance to get a full PITI estimate. Results are computed in your browser so your data stays private. Use it to compare loan options, plan your budget, and understand how principal and interest change over time.
  1. 1
    Select Loan Type

    Choose Mortgage for home loans (with optional taxes and insurance) or Personal Loan for other fixed-rate loans.

  2. 2
    Enter Amount

    Enter the loan amount or, for mortgage, home price and down payment. Down payment can be in currency or percentage.

  3. 3
    Set Rate and Term

    Enter the annual interest rate and loan term (years or months).

  4. 4
    Add Taxes and Insurance (Mortgage)

    For mortgage, optionally add annual property tax and home insurance to include them in the monthly payment (PITI).

  5. 5
    Calculate

    Click Calculate to see monthly payment, total interest, total cost, and the full amortization schedule.

  6. 6
    Review Results

    Review the summary and use the amortization table to see how each payment splits between principal and interest.

  7. 7
    Browse Schedule

    Use pagination to browse the amortization schedule. Export or copy results if needed for your records.

  8. 8
    Compare Scenarios

    Try different rates or terms to compare scenarios and find a payment that fits your budget.

What does a loan calculator do?

A loan calculator estimates monthly payments, total interest, and the full amortization schedule based on principal, interest rate, and term. It helps you compare loan options and plan your budget.

What is PITI?

PITI stands for Principal, Interest, Taxes, and Insurance. For mortgages, it is the full monthly housing cost. The mortgage tab includes optional property tax and insurance for a realistic estimate.

What is an amortization schedule?

The amortization schedule shows how each payment is split between principal and interest over time. Early payments are mostly interest; later payments are mostly principal. Use it to see payoff progress.

What interest rate should I use?

Rates vary by lender, credit score, and market. Use this calculator to compare scenarios (e.g. 15 vs 30 years) and see how rate changes affect your payment and total cost.

Is my data private?

Yes. All calculations run in your browser. Your numbers are never sent to a server, so your financial data stays private.

Does it support both mortgage and personal loans?

Yes. The calculator supports mortgage mode (with optional taxes and insurance) and personal loan mode. Switch tabs to choose. Results include monthly payment, total interest, total cost, and full amortization table.

How do I calculate a mortgage?

Enter home price and down payment (as amount or percentage). The loan amount is calculated automatically. Then add interest rate, term, and optionally annual property tax and insurance for PITI.

What if I make extra payments?

Extra payments reduce principal faster and shorten the loan term, saving interest. This calculator shows the standard schedule; for extra-payment scenarios, run a new calculation with a lower principal or shorter term.

Are the results accurate?

Results are estimates. Actual offers depend on your credit, lender, and fees (e.g. closing costs, PMI). Use this tool to compare options and budget; get exact numbers from your lender.

Can I use this for car or other loans?

Yes. Use the personal loan tab for auto loans, student loans, or any fixed-term loan with a fixed interest rate. Enter the loan amount, rate, and term to see payments and amortization.

Compare Multiple Lenders

Even a 0.5% interest rate difference can save thousands over the life of a loan. Get quotes from at least 3-5 lenders including banks, credit unions, and online lenders.

Read the Fine Print

Understand all fees: origination fees, prepayment penalties, late payment charges, and closing costs. The lowest rate is not always the cheapest loan when fees are included.

Make Extra Payments When Possible

Even small extra monthly payments significantly reduce total interest and loan duration. An extra $100/month on a 30-year mortgage can save years of payments.

Maintain a Good Credit Score

A higher credit score qualifies you for lower interest rates. Pay bills on time, keep credit utilization below 30%, and avoid opening new accounts before applying for a loan.

Choose the Right Loan Term

Shorter terms (15 years) have higher monthly payments but much less total interest. Longer terms (30 years) are more affordable monthly but cost significantly more overall.

Factor in All Housing Costs

For mortgages, your monthly cost includes principal, interest, property tax, insurance, HOA fees, and maintenance. Use the PITI estimate to budget accurately.

Build an Emergency Fund First

Before taking on a loan, ensure you have 3-6 months of expenses saved. This protects you from defaulting if you face unexpected job loss or medical expenses.

Avoid PMI with a 20% Down Payment

For mortgages, a down payment of 20% or more typically eliminates Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI), which can add 0.5-1.5% of the loan amount annually to your costs. Saving for a larger down payment significantly reduces total loan cost.

Make Extra Principal Payments Early

Use the amortization schedule to identify high-interest early payments. Making lump-sum extra payments in the first 5 years of a long-term loan reduces principal faster and has a disproportionately large effect on total interest paid.

Refinance When Rates Drop Significantly

Consider refinancing your loan if interest rates drop significantly (typically 1% or more) after you take out the loan. Use the loan calculator to compare your current terms with the new offer, factoring in any refinancing fees and remaining term.

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