Interest-only repayments on a ₱2,000,000 loan — Philippines
At 7% over 30 years with a 5-year interest-only period:
- Interest-only repayment: ₱11,667 a month
- Reverts to: ₱14,136 a month
- Payment jump: ₱2,469 a month
- Extra interest vs P&I: ₱150,497
Frequently asked questions
What are interest-only repayments on a ₱2,000,000 loan?
At 7%, about ₱11,667 a month. Nothing comes off the balance, so you still owe ₱2,000,000 when the interest-only period ends.
How much does the repayment jump?
By about ₱2,469 a month after a 5-year interest-only period, because the full ₱2,000,000 must then be repaid over the remaining 25 years.
What does it cost overall?
About ₱150,497 more interest over the life of the loan than paying principal and interest from the start.
Compare with principal & interest on the same loan
Estimate only. Assumes a fixed rate and no fees; lenders often price interest-only higher. Not financial advice.