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A simple interest loan doesn’t charge you additional interest on your accrued interest. In other words, the only interest you pay is on the outstanding principal balance of your loan. Auto loans and ...

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Simple interest is paid only on the principal, e.g., a $10,000 investment at 5% yields $500 annually. Compound interest accumulates on both principal and past interest, increasing total returns over ...