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Are car loans an example of simple interest?
I've been trying to get my finances more organized and understand how they work. Is a car loan simple interest? Or is it compound interest?
Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Knowing the terminology behind a
car loan
is always a good idea. Car loans are an example of simple interest, meaning you pay interest on the amount you borrow.On the other hand, compound interest requires you to pay interest not only on the principal, but also on the amount of interest accrued during the life of the loan. For example, credit cards are the most popular type of compound interest loan.
If you want to learn more about how your interest is calculated or how much interest you’re paying each month, ask your lender for an amortization schedule. This will show your principal and interest payment amounts for every month over the life of the loan.
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