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What is the difference between the interest rate and the APR?

Mortgage Loan Rate | Home Mortgages | Refinance Loans - E-LO...
The interest rate is the cost to borrow the lender's money. The APR represents the total cost of the mortgage over the life of the loan, including closing costs and lender points. In order for a consumer to apply for a mortgage on a foreign property, you must apply through a bank, broker or financial institution offering mortgages in that particular country. You cannot apply for a foreign mortgage (non-U.S.) at the E-LOAN website in the United States.
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First Security Mortgage Corporation - Cleveland, Ohio Freque...
The interest rate is the rate at which you repay the mortgage loan. It determines the principal and interest component of your monthly mortgage payment. The APR is the actual cost of borrowing in the form of an annual percentage rate. It includes the interest rate, points, mortgage insurance, and other finance charges associated with the loan. Because of these charges, the APR is often higher than the interest rate.
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What is the difference between the rate and APR?

Shearson Mortgage - Mortgage FAQ - General: Mortgage Termino...
The note rate is used to calculate your interest payment each month. The APR (Annual Percentage Rate) is a calculation based on standardized federal regulations. In addition to the interest rate, it factors in other finance charges such as certain loan fees, to show the total cost of the financing over the scheduled life of the loan. The APR is designed to help borrowers fairly compare different lenders and loan options.
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What is the difference between the mortgage rate and the APR?

The APR (Annual Percentage Rate) of a loan is supposed to be an overall interest rate with all the applicable closing costs factored in. Unfortunately, not all lenders include the same costs so not all APRs are created equally. Use the APR as a general guide to the overall cost of the loan but keep in mind that you have to look at the details of what’s included to be sure.
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What is the difference between APR and the interest rate?

ACN - FAQ
APR - the Annual Percentage Rate will be outlined on your Truth In Lending disclosure - also known as the TIL - that you receive after your application. The APR is often higher than the quoted interest rate, or note rate. The APR is different than your note rate, or the rate that you were quoted, because the APR includes, in addition to interest, some of the additional costs of obtaining your financing. This is a common practice in mortgage lending.
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What is the difference between my APR and my actual interest rate?

Pinnacle Financial Corporation - Mortgage Lending Services
By law, lenders are required to disclose what is called the APR, Annual Percentage Rate. Your actual rate is the annual interest rate on your loan. It is sometimes referred to as the "Note Rate". This is the rate used to determine your monthly payments. The Annual Percentage Rate, APR, takes into account both your interest payments plus any additional costs or prepaid finance charges you may pay.
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Downeast Mortgage-residential mortgage services providing ho...
The interest rate is the cost for borrowing a lender's money while the APR takes into account the total cost of a mortgage, including closing fees and points over the life of the loan, not just the interest due.
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Smart Mortgate Moves | Other Loan Questions
Currently Internet statements are not allowed because they have not yet been proven as a reliable source of unalterable financial documentation by the agencies that govern lending. Also, an important side note: Bank and investment statements always designate the number of total pages. For instance, your statement may say one of three, or one of five pages. Please include all pages for each statement, even if there is nothing on the last page, and even if the first page is an advertisement.
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Utah Mortgage Loan Frequently Asked Questions
The APR (annual percentage rate) reflects the cost of your mortgage loan as a yearly rate. It also incorporates the cost to obtain the loan, such as discount fees and loan origination fee. The interest rate is the actual note rate. The rate reflected on the APR shows the cost of the credit as a yearly rate.
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