Loan Amortization Calculation Methods

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What happens to any amount paid beyond the minimum monthly debt service on an amortizing loan?

  • It goes toward paying interest only
  • It goes toward a borrower's savings account
  • It goes toward paying down the loan principal (correct)
  • It is refunded to the borrower

In an amortized loan, how are the monthly payments split?

  • Between maintenance fees and utilities
  • Between interest and the loan principal (correct)
  • Between insurance and taxes
  • Between principal and escrow

What is a common characteristic of unamortized loans?

  • Higher monthly payments compared to amortized loans
  • No need for final repayment
  • Balloon payment at the beginning of the loan term
  • Interest-only payments during the loan period (correct)

How can a borrower pay off a balloon payment in an unamortized loan?

<p>By making additional payments throughout the loan term (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a loan amortization schedule?

<p>To track interest and principal payments over time (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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