What is Equivalent Loan Rate?

Quick definition

An estimated annual rate that reflects the repayment pattern and included fees of a non-standard finance offer.

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Overview

Equivalent Loan Rate estimates what annual interest rate a normal reducing-balance loan would need to have to produce a similar repayment pattern once fees are included.

It is a comparison estimate only and is not a regulated comparison rate disclosure.

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