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Extra Repayment Calculator
Estimate how extra repayments may reduce your interest cost and shorten your loan term over time.
Key Takeaway
Extra repayment estimates assume the same interest rate over the loan term. In practice, rates can change and some fixed loans limit extra repayments. Check your loan terms before making extra payments.
What This Calculator Shows
This calculator estimates how extra monthly repayments may affect your total interest cost and remaining loan term. Results are estimates only and assume the same interest rate over time.
When Extra Repayments May Help
✓ Reduce loan balance faster
✓ Lower total interest over time
✓ Shorten loan term
✓ Build equity sooner
✓ Improve future borrowing position
✓ Create more flexibility before upgrading or investing
What To Check First
Before making extra repayments, check your loan type, fixed rate restrictions, redraw access, offset account options and whether extra repayment limits apply. In some cases, an offset account may provide flexibility while still reducing interest.
Disclaimer: Calculator results are estimates only and are not loan approvals, quotes or financial advice. Actual results vary by lender, interest rate, fees, loan structure, income, expenses, property type and individual circumstances.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do extra repayments reduce interest?
Extra repayments may reduce the loan balance faster, which can reduce interest over time.
Can I make extra repayments on a fixed loan?
Some fixed loans limit extra repayments. Check your loan terms before making additional payments.
Is an offset account better than extra repayments?
An offset account may provide flexibility while reducing interest. Suitability depends on the loan and your goals.
Will extra repayments reduce my monthly repayment?
Not always. Extra repayments may reduce interest or loan term, but scheduled repayments may stay the same unless recalculated by the lender.
Should I make extra repayments or invest?
That depends on your goals, risk tolerance, tax position and cash flow. Seek personal advice where needed.
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Calculator results are estimates only and are not loan approvals, quotes or financial advice. Actual results vary by lender, interest rate, fees, loan structure, income, expenses, property type and individual circumstances.