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The yearly annuity payment formula calculates the fixed annual payment required to pay off a loan or investment over a specified period at a given interest rate. This is commonly used for mortgages, car loans, and retirement planning.
The calculator uses the annuity payment formula:
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Explanation: The formula calculates the fixed annual payment needed to fully amortize a loan over the specified period, accounting for both principal and interest.
Details: Accurate annual payment calculation is crucial for financial planning, budgeting, loan comparisons, and ensuring affordable debt management over time.
Tips: Enter the present value in dollars, annual interest rate as a decimal (e.g., 0.05 for 5%), and number of years. All values must be positive and valid.
Q1: What's the difference between annual and monthly payments?
A: Annual payments are made once per year, while monthly payments are made 12 times per year. Monthly calculations require adjusting the rate and periods accordingly.
Q2: How do I convert annual interest rate to decimal?
A: Divide the percentage by 100. For example, 5% becomes 0.05, 7.25% becomes 0.0725.
Q3: Can this calculator be used for investments?
A: Yes, it can calculate annual withdrawals from an investment portfolio to ensure the funds last for a specified number of years.
Q4: What if I want to include additional payments?
A: This calculator provides the base annual payment. Additional payments would reduce the principal faster and shorten the loan term.
Q5: How accurate is this calculation for real-world loans?
A: This provides the theoretical annual payment. Actual loans may include fees, insurance, or other charges not accounted for in this basic calculation.