Bond calculator

Estimate your monthly bond repayments and total interest on a home loan. See how the term and deposit change the maths.

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Bond details

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Capital-and-interest home loan at a fixed rate. Doesn't include transfer/bond registration costs, rates or insurance. The rate is pre-filled near prime (~11%) — enter your quoted rate for accuracy.
Monthly repayment
R13 935
Total of R3 344 290 · interest R1 994 290
Loan amount
R1 350 000
Total interest 20 yrs
R1 994 290
Total repaid
R3 344 290
How it works

What drives your repayment

A bond repayment is built from the loan amount (price minus deposit), the interest rate and the term. Early payments are mostly interest; later ones mostly capital. A bigger deposit or a shorter term cuts the total interest substantially.

FAQ

Common questions

Capital and interest on a home loan. It does not include transfer duty, bond registration costs, rates, levies or home insurance.
Banks often lend up to 100%, but a deposit lowers your repayment and can earn a better rate. The calculator shows your deposit percentage.
The rate is pre-filled near prime (~11%). Your actual rate is set as prime plus or minus a margin based on your profile — enter your quoted rate for accuracy.
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