Loan Modification Calculator Guide
Loan Modification
Recalculates payments after changing rate, term, or principal through refinancing or modification.
Approach
Compute new periodic rate and term; recalc payment using amortization formula.
Example
Lowering APR from 9% to 6% on remaining balance reduces payment and total interest.
FAQs
Fees?
Account for closing costs and points.
Term extension?
Lowers payment but can increase total interest.