Compare Loan Options

Compare two loan options side by side for US borrowers. Review total cost, monthly payment pressure, prepayment charges, and rate risk before choosing a plan.

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Scenario B

Cost gap

$9.22K

2.20%

Total cost A

$3.48K

Total cost B

$3.41K

Rate Risk Stress Test

Use this to see which option still holds up better if rates rise.

- If an intro period exists, only the post-intro rate is increased.

- If there is no intro period, the current rate is increased directly.

- This is an estimate for planning purposes.

Quick read: the option whose cost rises faster is more sensitive to rate volatility.

Real cost formula - Option A

Total scheduled payments: $418 Thousand

Origination fees: $150

Loan-related insurance: $800

Prepayment penalty: $0

Formula: $418 Thousand + $950 = $418.9 Thousand

Real cost = total scheduled payments + one-time fees and add-on charges.

Estimated real cost: $418.9 Thousand

Real cost formula - Option B

Total scheduled payments: $408.8 Thousand

Origination fees: $150

Loan-related insurance: $800

Prepayment penalty: $0

Formula: $408.8 Thousand + $950 = $409.7 Thousand

Real cost = total scheduled payments + one-time fees and add-on charges.

Estimated real cost: $409.7 Thousand

Lower estimated real cost

Scenario B

Real-cost gap

~ $9.22K

Gap in scheduled payments

~ $9.22K

Compare the details before deciding

Total interest gap

~ $9.22K

First payment for A

$3.48K

First payment for B

$3.41K

Quick tip: if the total-cost gap is small but the first-payment gap is large, prioritize the option that fits monthly cash flow better.

Cash-flow analysis

Balance and Principal-Interest Structure

Track the remaining balance, principal share, and interest share by year to see how loan pressure changes over time.

Detailed Repayment Schedule by Option

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Compare by term

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Loan Rates by Lender

Compare introductory and standard rates to evaluate the true borrowing cost more accurately.

Updated

Lender
Intro Rate
Standard Rate (Est.)Term
Logo Rocket Mortgage
Rocket MortgageBest Intro Rate
6.08%6.50%8 - 30 yearsCalculate
6.11%6.55%15 - 30 yearsCalculate
6.18%6.45%10 - 30 yearsCalculate
6.21%6.65%10 - 30 yearsCalculate
6.23%6.50%15 - 30 yearsCalculate
6.25%6.60%15 - 30 yearsCalculate

Rates are for reference only. Actual borrowing cost depends on your credit profile and each lender's policy.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Quick answers to common questions about loan calculations and repayment scenarios.

A lower monthly payment (often achieved via a longer term) might look attractive but results in significantly higher Total Interest paid over time. Comparing the 'Total Cost' helps you see the long-term impact on your wealth.
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