This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
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.
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.
You can ask your lender for an amortization schedule, but this might not be as helpful if you're looking to see how extra payments could impact that schedule.
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.