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FV=PMT(1+i)((1+i)^N - 1)/i where PV = present value FV = future value PMT = payment per period i = interest rate in percent per period N = number of periods.
Fortunately, Excel can be used to create an amortization schedule. The amortization schedule template below can be used for a variable number of periods, as well as extra payments and variable interest rates.
Steps Remember the 5 common finance parameters. Open Microsoft Excel. Label fields for Rate, Nper, PMT, PV, and Type. Choose the cell where you want the result for FV to go. Double-click FV. Click OK. Repeat these steps to make a calculator for other parameters.
Even a single extra payment made each year can reduce the amount of interest and shorten the amortization, as long as the payment goes toward the principal and not the interest. Just make sure your lender processes the payment this way.
Ideally, you want your extra payments to go towards the principal amount. However, many lenders will apply the extra payments to any interest accrued since your last payment and then apply anything left over to the principal amount. Other times, lenders may apply extra funds to next month's payment.
Fortunately, Excel can be used to create an amortization schedule. The amortization schedule template below can be used for a variable number of periods, as well as extra payments and variable interest rates.
How to create a budget in Excel using templates Navigate to the "File" tab. The "File" tab is on the top ribbon in Excel. Search for budgets. You can expect to see a bar on the new interface. Select a suitable template. Microsoft Excel has various budget templates to suit your specific situation. Fill the template.