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Compound Interest & Loan Amortization Calculator

See compound growth or a full loan amortization schedule.

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About Compound Interest & Loan Amortization Calculator

Compute compound interest growth over time or run a complete loan amortization table with interest and principal per payment.

How compound interest works

Compound interest earns returns on both the original principal and previously accumulated interest. The balance after each period equals the principal multiplied by one plus the rate, raised to the number of periods, which is why starting early matters far more than starting big. Monthly contributions accelerate the curve because each deposit begins compounding immediately.

How loan amortization works

Each loan payment splits into an interest portion and a principal portion. Early payments are mostly interest because the balance is highest, while later payments retire mostly principal. The amortization table shows this split per payment so you can see exactly how extra payments shorten the loan.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Compound Interest & Loan Amortization Calculator

What is the compound interest formula?

The balance equals principal times one plus the periodic rate, raised to the number of periods. With regular contributions, each deposit compounds for its remaining time, which is why consistent monthly saving beats occasional lump sums.

What is the rule of 72?

Divide 72 by the annual rate to estimate doubling time in years. At 8 percent, money doubles in about 9 years; at 4 percent, about 18 years.

How do extra loan payments help?

Extra payments go straight to principal, which shrinks every future interest charge. Even one extra payment per year can cut years off a mortgage and save thousands in interest.

Nominal rate versus APY: what is the difference?

The nominal rate ignores compounding frequency while APY includes it. Monthly compounding at a 6 percent nominal rate earns slightly more than 6 percent APY, which is why lenders must disclose APY for fair comparison.

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