Apple Street Mortgage

Note from Norm ...

Mortgage calculators - they're all over the internet. Many are straightforward, some less so, sometimes raising more questions than they answer and inadvertently masking information that is crucial to your planning. So please note that many of the calculators, while very useful, make certain assumptions that may not be obvious to the user. Use them freely, and have fun with them, but just consider checking in to make certain that you understand the finer points of the calculations and don't draw the wrong conclusions!

The calculators included here are some of my personal favorites based on ease of use and graphical output.

Mortgage

Mortgage Loan
Use this calculator to determine your monthly payment and amortization schedule.
Mortgage Points
Should you buy points? Use this calculator to find out.
15 vs. 30 Year Mortgage
Use this calculator to compare these two mortgage terms, and let us help you decide which term is better for you.
Adjustable Rate Mortgages
This calculator helps you to determine what your adjustable mortgage payments will be.
Mortgage APR
Use this calculator to find the APR on your mortgage.
Mortgage Tax Savings
Interest and points paid for a home mortgage are tax deductible. Use this calculator to determine how much your mortgage could save you in income taxes.
Balloon Mortgages
A balloon mortgage can be an excellent option for many home buyers, use this calculator to see if a balloon mortgage might fit your needs.
ARM vs. Fixed Rate
This calculator helps you to determine what your adjustable mortgage payments will be.

Interest-only calculator

Budget

Mortgage Qualifier
Can you buy your dream home? Find out just how much you can afford!
Required Income
Use this calculator to determine how much income you need to qualify for a mortgage and how different interest rates affect your required income.
Maximum Mortgage
Use this calculator to determine your maximum mortgage and how different interest rates affect your how much you can borrow.
Mortgage Payoff
Save thousands of dollars in interest by increasing your monthly mortgage payment.
Bi-weekly Payments
Using bi-weekly payments can accelerate your mortgage payoff and save you thousands in interest. Use this calculator to compare a typical monthly payment schedule to an accelerated bi-weekly payment.
Rent vs. Buy
Are you better off buying your home, or should you continue to rent?

Refinance

Refinance Interest Savings
Use this calculator to see how much interest you can save by refinancing your mortgage!
Refinance Breakeven
Should you refinance your mortgage? Use this calculator to determine when you will breakeven!