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Amortization is the process of spreading out a loan into a series of fixed payments over time. While each payment is the same amount, the way that money is distributed changes. In the beginning, a larger portion of your payment goes toward interest. As you pay down the principal, the interest portion decreases, and more of your payment goes toward the actual loan balance.
Our Amortization Calculator helps you visualize this process, providing a clear breakdown of every single payment from the first month to the last.
To generate your custom loan schedule, simply enter the following details:
Once entered, the calculator will instantly show your monthly payment, the total interest you'll pay over the life of the loan, and a downloadable PDF schedule.
Understanding your amortization schedule is vital for long-term financial planning. It allows you to:
Yes! This tool is perfect for fixed-rate mortgages. It will show you the breakdown of principal and interest for a 15-year, 30-year, or any custom-length mortgage.
The principal is the original amount of money you borrowed. Interest is the fee charged by the lender for letting you use that money.
A shorter loan term (e.g., 15 years vs. 30 years) will result in higher monthly payments but significantly less total interest paid over time. A longer term lowers your monthly payment but increases the total cost of the loan.