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Find how many months it will take to pay off a loan based on the balance, interest rate, and monthly payment. Use this Loans and credit tool to enter your numbers, review the result, and understand the key assumptions before making the next decision.

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How this calculator works
The result depends on the numbers you enter and the assumptions shown below.

Given a fixed monthly payment, this calculator determines how many periods are needed to fully repay a loan using the standard amortization formula.

Review the inputs carefully and treat the output as an estimate. For decisions involving money, taxes, health, law, or security, compare the result with trusted professional guidance when needed.

Frequently asked questions

What if my payment is very close to the minimum?

If your payment barely covers interest, payoff time extends dramatically. There may be a warning that payoff will take very long or never happen.