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The interest calculation formula \( I = EMI \times N - P \) calculates the total interest paid over the entire loan tenure. It's a straightforward way to understand the true cost of borrowing money in the UK.
The calculator uses the interest formula:
Where:
Explanation: This formula calculates the difference between the total amount paid over the loan term and the original principal, which represents the interest cost.
Details: Understanding the total interest cost helps borrowers make informed financial decisions, compare loan offers, and plan their finances effectively throughout the loan term.
Tips: Enter your monthly payment amount in GBP, the total number of monthly payments, and the original loan principal. All values must be positive numbers.
Q1: Why calculate total interest on a loan?
A: Knowing the total interest helps you understand the true cost of borrowing and compare different loan offers effectively.
Q2: Does this calculation include all loan fees?
A: This calculation only includes the interest component. Additional fees like arrangement fees or early repayment charges are not included.
Q3: How accurate is this calculation?
A: This provides an exact calculation of total interest based on your fixed monthly payments, assuming no changes to the loan terms.
Q4: Can I use this for variable rate loans?
A: This calculation works best for fixed-rate loans. For variable rate loans, the result would be an estimate that may change if interest rates fluctuate.
Q5: Is this calculation specific to UK loans?
A: While the formula is universal, this calculator is designed with GBP currency for UK loan calculations.