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Biweekly Payoff Calculator

Biweekly Payoff Formula:

\[ \text{Payoff Time} = \frac{\log\left(1 + \frac{\text{Loan Balance} \times r}{\text{Payment}}\right)}{\log(1 + r)} \] \[ \text{where } r = \frac{\text{rate}}{26} \]

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1. What is the Biweekly Payoff Calculator?

The Biweekly Payoff Calculator estimates how long it will take to pay off a loan when making payments every two weeks instead of monthly. This payment strategy can significantly reduce payoff time and interest costs.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the following formula:

\[ \text{Payoff Time} = \frac{\log\left(1 + \frac{\text{Loan Balance} \times r}{\text{Payment}}\right)}{\log(1 + r)} \] \[ \text{where } r = \frac{\text{annual rate}}{26} \]

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Explanation: The formula calculates the number of biweekly periods required to pay off the loan completely, which is then converted to years and months.

3. Benefits of Biweekly Payments

Details: Making biweekly payments (half your monthly payment every two weeks) results in 26 half-payments per year, which equals 13 full monthly payments instead of 12. This extra payment goes entirely toward principal, reducing payoff time and interest costs.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your current loan balance, annual interest rate (as a percentage), and the biweekly payment amount you plan to make. All values must be positive numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How much faster will I pay off my loan with biweekly payments?
A: Typically 4-8 years faster on a 30-year mortgage, depending on the interest rate and payment amount.

Q2: Is there a fee to switch to biweekly payments?
A: Some lenders charge a setup fee, but you can often achieve the same effect by making extra principal payments yourself.

Q3: How does this compare to making one extra monthly payment per year?
A: The effect is similar, but biweekly payments spread the extra payment throughout the year.

Q4: Can I use this for any type of loan?
A: Yes, the calculator works for mortgages, car loans, personal loans, and other amortizing loans.

Q5: What if my payments change over time?
A: This calculator assumes consistent payments. For variable payments, you would need a more complex amortization schedule.

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