PFCs are most notable because they determine annual percentage rate (APR) of a loan. Lenders are required by law to disclose APR. This is a good idea in concept, but not so simple in practice.
The APR and interest rate on your mortgage aren’t the same. Here’s what to pay attention to when you compare costs.
The interest rate on a loan is typically noted on an annual basis and is expressed as an annual percentage rate (APR). An interest rate can also apply to a savings account or a certificate of ...
In the context of consumer lending, the APR takes into account more than the interest rate applied to the principal per period. Under the Truth in Lending Act, it has a specific definition and ...