Topic
Fees and add-ons
Origination fees, add-ons sold by the month, and why the APR tells the truth the rate leaves out.
Stories
- Mon, Oct 5 9.9% with a 6% fee, or 12.5% with no fee? Guess · about a minute
- Sat, Oct 3 “It's only $20 more a month.” What does that buy? Guess · about a minute
- Sun, Sep 27 Is a 12% loan with a fee cheaper than a 14% loan with none? Why · about a minute
- Thu, Sep 24 What is the difference between interest rate and APR on a personal loan? Why · about a minute
- Tue, Sep 22 How much do I need to borrow to receive $10,000 after a 5% fee? Why · about a minute
My numbers
The calculators behind these stories. Nothing you type leaves your browser.
- Which offer really costs less? · Compare up to four offers on the same cash in hand, fees included.
- What do loan add-ons really cost? · Insurance sold with a loan, what it costs with interest, and why the APR hides it.
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