Table-first calculator

Amortization Schedule Calculator

Build a repayment table that shows how each monthly payment changes the balance. This version is designed around the schedule itself, not just the monthly payment headline.

Formula: Each period applies interest to the current balance, then the payment reduces principal by the amount left after interest.

Where this helps most

Use a schedule when you need to validate a quoted payment, see how much principal is paid in the first year, or understand how overpaying changes the shape of a repayment plan.

Common misread

People often assume the monthly payment staying level means the interest cost is also level. It is not. The interest share usually shrinks as the balance declines.

Amortization schedule FAQ

What is an amortization schedule?

It is the repayment table showing each payment, the interest portion, the principal portion and the remaining balance over time.

Why would I use a schedule instead of a simple payment calculator?

A payment calculator gives one headline number. A schedule shows how the whole loan behaves across the full term.