Mortgage PWA

Interest-Only Mortgage Calculator

United States

Monthly payment

$3,532

Biweekly

$2,505

Price & down payment

Taxes, insurance, and fees

Extra payments

Payment schedule

FAQs

Interest-Only Mortgage Calculator — frequently asked questions

Straight answers about taxes, PMI, extra payments, and biweekly schedules.

What is an interest-only mortgage?+

During the interest-only period, you pay only interest (and escrow). Principal does not decrease. After the IO period, payments typically increase to include principal amortization.

Who uses interest-only loans?+

Investors and high-income borrowers sometimes use IO loans for cash flow flexibility. They require discipline to pay down principal before the recast.

Does this calculator show the IO period?+

The calculator uses standard amortization. For a pure IO view, the principal payment would be zero during the IO period. Use the breakdown to see the interest portion.

What happens when the IO period ends?+

Payments typically recast to fully amortize the remaining balance over the remaining term. Your payment will increase significantly.

Are interest-only loans still available?+

IO products are less common after the financial crisis but still exist for qualified borrowers. Check with lenders for current availability.

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