What information does an amortization schedule provide?

An amortization schedule provides a detailed breakdown of each payment made towards a loan, illustrating how much of each payment is allocated to interest and how much goes toward reducing the principal balance. This information is crucial for borrowers to understand the cost of their loan over time and how their debt decreases with each payment.

By showing the amortization of the loan, the schedule highlights how the interest portion typically decreases while the principal portion increases as the loan progresses. This insight helps borrowers plan their finances and understand the relationship between their payments and their remaining debt.