What is APR Calculator?
Truth-in-Lending Act (TILA) statutory calculation expressing the full borrowing cost as an annualized percentage, incorporating all prepaid finance fees.
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter loan amount.
- Enter stated nominal contract rate.
- Enter loan term and total prepaid lender fees.
- View true APR comparison.
The Mathematical Formula & Variables
Step-by-Step Worked Example
Scenario: $200,000 loan at 6.5% for 30 years with $4,000 in upfront fees.
- Monthly payment based on $200k = $1,264.14.
- Borrower only receives $196,000 cash in hand.
- The effective rate solving $196k = 6.69% APR.
Result: 6.69% True APR
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is APR higher than the interest rate?
APR includes prepaid financing fees (origination fees, discount points, processing fees) spread over the life of the loan.
