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What is the simple interest on a loan of $200 at 10 percent interest per year?

20 per year until the loan is paid off.

Simple interest is paid only on the...

principal borrowed.

What is a benefit of obtaining a personal loan?

getting large amounts of money to use immediately.

A way to build good credit is...

<p>paying bills when they are due.</p> Signup and view all the answers

A similarity between mortgages and auto loans is that both...

<p>are less risky for lenders.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Filing for bankruptcy can make it hard for a consumer to reestablish and obtain...

<p>credit.</p> Signup and view all the answers

People who want to buy a house typically ask the bank for a...

<p>mortgage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Consumers who make higher payments on credit cards...

<p>pay less interest in the long run.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The type of credit people are most likely to use during their lifetimes is a...

<p>credit card.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What best determines whether a borrower's interest rate goes up or down?

<p>a market's condition.</p> Signup and view all the answers

An example of secured credit is a...

<p>mortgage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In determining whether to issue a loan, banks are not allowed to ask about an applicant's...

<p>country of origin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which describes an example of using unsecured credit?

<p>Someone buys new gutters for a home with a credit card.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the compound interest on a three-year, $100.00 loan at a 10 percent annual interest rate?

<p>$33.10</p> Signup and view all the answers

A credit score is based in part on...

<p>income and total debt.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which describes the difference between simple and compound interest?

<p>Simple interest is paid on the principal, while compound interest is paid on the principal and interest accrued.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Simple Interest

Interest paid only on the original amount borrowed (the principal).

Benefit of Personal Loans

Obtaining a lump sum of money for immediate use, allowing purchases that might otherwise be delayed.

Building Good Credit

Paying bills on time demonstrates reliability and trustworthiness to lenders.

Mortgages vs. Auto Loans

Both involve borrowing money secured by an asset (house or car), reducing risk for the lender.

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Impact of Bankruptcy

Bankruptcy negatively impacts credit scores, making it harder to borrow money in the future.

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Mortgage

A loan specifically for purchasing a home, using the home as collateral.

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Higher Credit Card Payments

Paying more than the minimum reduces the amount of interest charged over the life of the debt.

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Credit Card

A card that allows you to borrow money and pay it back later.

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Interest Rate Factors

Market conditions, such as prevailing interest rates, influence the cost of borrowing.

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Secured Credit

A loan backed by collateral, such as a house (mortgage) or car (auto loan).

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Loan Application Questions

It is illegal for lenders to discriminate based on nationality or where someone comes from.

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Unsecured Credit Example

Using a credit card to pay for a home improvement without providing specific collateral.

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Compound Interest

Interest calculated on the principal plus accumulated interest from previous periods.

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Credit Score Basis

Assessments are based on payment history, amounts owed, and length of credit history.

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Simple vs. Compound Interest

Simple interest is calculated only on the principal. Compound interest is calculated on the principal plus any interest already accrued.

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Study Notes

Interest Types

  • Simple interest on a $200 loan at 10% per year amounts to $20 annually until repayment.
  • Simple interest applies only to the principal amount borrowed.
  • Compound interest on a three-year, $100 loan at 10% totals $33.10.

Loans and Credit

  • A personal loan provides immediate access to large sums of money.
  • Mortgages and auto loans are considered less risky for lenders.
  • A mortgage, typically repaid over 10 to 30 years, is a common request for home buyers.

Credit Management

  • Building good credit requires timely bill payments.
  • Higher credit card payments reduce overall interest paid in the long run.
  • The most commonly used form of credit throughout life is a credit card.

Creditworthiness

  • A borrower's interest rate is largely determined by market conditions.
  • Secured credit examples include mortgages, which are backed by collateral.
  • Unsecured credit can be illustrated by purchasing items like home gutters with a credit card.

Credit Applications

  • Banks are prohibited from inquiring about an applicant's country of origin when issuing loans.
  • Credit scores consider factors such as income and total debt.

Distinctions in Interest

  • The key difference between simple and compound interest lies in how the latter also accrues interest on previously earned interest alongside the principal.

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