When a Loan Is Amortized, a Relatively High Percentage of the Payment

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When a loan is amortized, a relatively high percentage of the payment goes to reduce the outstanding principal in the early years, and the principal repayment's percentage declines in the loan's later years.

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Definitions:

Total Interest Owed

The cumulative amount of interest one must pay on a loan over its duration.

Rate of Inflation

The percentage rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services is rising, and subsequently, purchasing power is falling.

Purchasing Power

An individual's or entity's ability to buy goods and services, affected by inflation and personal financial situation.

Hourly Rate

The sum of money received or given out for every hour worked.