Question 1
Note: The calculations for this question were done using Excel's RATE function.
A property worth $15 000.00 is purchased for 10% down and semi-annual payments of $1750.00 for twelve years. What is the effective rate of interest if interest is compounded semi-annually?
Question 2
Note: The calculations for this question were done using Excel's RATE function.
A $160 000.00 mortgage with a 20-year term is repaid by making monthly payments of $1361.00. What is the rate of interest compounded semi-annually on the mortgage?