A mortgage calculator is a tool that helps in estimating the monthly mortgage payment for a particular loan amount, interest rate, and term. It takes into account the principal amount, interest rate, loan term, and sometimes other factors such as property taxes, insurance, and PMI (private mortgage insurance).

Here is an example of how to use a mortgage calculator:

1. Enter the loan amount you want to borrow (e.g., $200,000).
2. Enter the interest rate (e.g., 4.5%).
3. Enter the loan term (e.g., 30 years).
4. If necessary, enter the property taxes and insurance amounts.
5. Click on the calculate button.

The mortgage calculator will then display the estimated monthly mortgage payment based on the input values.

It’s important to note that the results provided by a mortgage calculator are only estimates and do not include all costs associated with a mortgage, such as closing costs, origination fees, and other expenses. Additionally, the actual interest rate you are offered may differ from the estimated rate used in the calculator.

Mortgage

A mortgage is a type of loan that is used to purchase a property, typically a home. The borrower (also known as the mortgagor) takes out a loan from a lender (also known as the mortgagee) to pay for the property and then makes monthly payments over a set period of time (usually 15-30 years) to repay the loan.

The mortgage payments typically include both the principal (the amount borrowed) and the interest (the cost of borrowing the money). The interest rate on a mortgage can be fixed or variable, depending on the terms of the loan.

If the borrower fails to make the required payments, the lender can take legal action to foreclose on the property, which means the property can be sold to pay off the outstanding loan balance.