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Home equity interest-only payment calculates the monthly interest payment on a home equity loan or line of credit where only interest is paid monthly, and the principal balance remains unchanged.
The calculator uses the interest-only payment formula:
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Explanation: The formula calculates the monthly interest payment based on the available equity (property value minus loan balance) and the monthly interest rate.
Details: Understanding interest-only payments helps homeowners budget for home equity borrowing costs and compare different loan options. It's particularly useful for short-term financing strategies.
Tips: Enter property value and loan balance in the same currency unit. Input annual interest rate as a percentage. The calculator will compute the monthly interest-only payment.
Q1: What is home equity?
A: Home equity is the difference between your property's current market value and the outstanding balance on all liens (mortgages, HELOCs, etc.).
Q2: When are interest-only payments used?
A: Interest-only payments are common in home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) during the draw period, allowing lower initial payments.
Q3: What happens after the interest-only period?
A: After the interest-only period ends, payments typically include both principal and interest, resulting in higher monthly payments.
Q4: Are there risks with interest-only payments?
A: Yes, since you're not paying down principal, your loan balance doesn't decrease, and you may face payment shock when principal repayment begins.
Q5: Can I pay more than the interest-only amount?
A: Most lenders allow additional principal payments, which can help reduce your overall loan balance and interest costs.