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Loans & payments
Loan payments, amortization, and interest estimates.
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How Loan Amortization Works
Amortization splits each loan payment between interest and principal so the loan is fully repaid by the end of the term.
APR vs Interest Rate Explained
The interest rate is the cost of borrowing on the balance; APR includes rate plus certain fees expressed as an annualized percentage.