| Definitions |
| Annual interest rate | Annual interest rate. Maximum interest rate is 20%. |
| Mortgage length (years) | Total length, or term, of your original mortgage in years. Most common lengths are 30 years and 15 years. |
| Original mortgage amount | The original amount financed with your mortgage, not to be confused with the remaining balance or principal balance. |
| Additional monthly payment | Your proposed extra payment per month. This payment will be used to reduce your principal balance. |
| Scheduled payment | Monthly principal and interest payment based on your original mortgage amount, term and interest rate. |
| Accelerated payment | Scheduled payment plus additional monthly payment. |
| Total savings | Total amount you would save in interest if you made the accelerated payment until your mortgage was paid in full. |
