EMI Formula:
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EMI (Equated Monthly Installment) is the fixed amount paid by a borrower to a lender at a specified date each calendar month. It consists of both principal repayment and interest on the outstanding loan amount.
The calculator uses the standard EMI formula:
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Explanation: The formula calculates the fixed monthly payment required to pay off a loan over a specified term, accounting for both principal and interest components.
Details: Accurate EMI calculation helps borrowers understand their monthly financial commitments, plan their budgets effectively, and compare different loan options to make informed borrowing decisions.
Tips: Enter the principal loan amount in AUD, annual interest rate as a percentage, and loan term in years. All values must be positive numbers to get accurate results.
Q1: What factors affect my EMI amount?
A: EMI is primarily determined by three factors: loan amount, interest rate, and loan tenure. Higher loan amounts and interest rates increase EMI, while longer tenures reduce it.
Q2: Are there any additional charges besides EMI?
A: Some loans may have processing fees, insurance premiums, or other charges that are not included in the EMI calculation. Always check the loan agreement for complete cost details.
Q3: Can I prepay my loan to reduce EMI?
A: Prepayments typically reduce the loan tenure rather than the EMI amount, unless you specifically request to recast your loan with a lower EMI.
Q4: How does interest rate type affect EMI?
A: Fixed rate loans maintain the same EMI throughout the term, while variable rate loans may have changing EMIs as interest rates fluctuate.
Q5: Is this calculator specific to Australian loans?
A: While the formula is universal, this calculator uses AUD currency and is designed with Australian lending practices in mind, though the mathematical principles apply globally.