Learn how interest rate and APR differ and why each matters when evaluating loans. Understand their roles in determining the ...

Interest and annual percentage rates are two of the most critical factors to review when shopping around for a loan. But what do these terms mean? Do you pay both the APR and interest rate? Keep ...

The world of credit cards can be confusing, whether you're new to it or not. One question we get pretty frequently is: What is the difference between the interest rate and the annual percentage rate?

APR vs. interest rate: What's the difference? If you’re applying for a mortgage, these are two financial terms you need to understand. APR stands for "annual percentage rate," or the amount of ...

If you’re shopping for a mortgage to buy or considering refinancing a home, you've probably wondered why the advertised interest rate won’t be the same as the loan’s annual percentage rate (APR). That ...

The interest rate on a mortgage indicates how much interest you’ll pay for the amount you borrow. The annual percentage rate (APR) is the interest rate plus additional fees and any points. Interest ...

Dana George has a BA in Management and Organization Development from Spring Arbor University. For more than 25 years, she has written and reported on business and finance, and she's still passionate ...