Extra Payment Calculator

Calculate how extra payments can save you thousands in interest and pay off your loan faster

📊 Loan Information

💰 Results Summary

Calculating your savings...

📈 Payment Comparison

🎯 Extra Payment Strategies

📅 Monthly Extra Payments

  • Consistent savings over time
  • Easy to budget and automate
  • Maximum interest reduction
  • Predictable payoff timeline

💰 Yearly Lump Sum

  • Use tax refunds or bonuses
  • Flexibility in payment timing
  • Good for irregular income
  • Still significant savings

🎯 One-time Payment

  • Use inheritance or windfalls
  • Immediate principal reduction
  • No long-term commitment
  • Target high-interest periods

⚡ Biweekly Payments

  • 26 half-payments = 13 full payments
  • Matches payroll schedules
  • Extra payment built-in
  • Faster loan payoff

💡 Pro Tips for Extra Payments

🎯 Start Early

Extra payments in the first few years have the biggest impact on interest savings.

📊 Check with Lender

Ensure there are no prepayment penalties on your loan before making extra payments.

💰 Specify Principal

Always specify that extra payments should be applied to principal, not future interest.

🔄 Stay Consistent

Even small extra payments add up over time. Automate if possible.

📋 Amortization Schedule

Payment Date Payment Principal Interest Extra Payment Balance