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In the Loan Analysis worksheet, in the range B3:B5, enter the conditions for a $250,000 loan at an annual interest rate of 3.6 percent, with 12 monthly payments per year. In the range B6:B8, calculate the interest rate per month, the total number of years (30), and the total number of payments over those 30 years. In the range B10:B12, use the PMT function to calculate the total monthly payment, the total payments over 30 years, and the total cost of the loan (loan amount plus total payments). In the range D3:G25, create a one-variable data table that shows financial values for different annual interest rates, referencing the interest rate, monthly payment, total payments, and loan cost. Enter interest rates from 2% to 4.5% in 0.125% increments in the range D5:D25. Generate the data table to calculate the values based on these interest rates. Then, in the range I45:M25, set up a two-variable data table that displays total loan costs for different interest rate and repayment year combinations, with interest rates from 2% to 4.5% in 0.125% steps and years as 10, 15, 20, and 30. Reference the total cost in I4, and create the data table in J5:M25 to show total costs for each combination. Apply a custom format to cell I4 to display "Interest Rate" instead of its current value. Produce a scatter chart with straight lines based on the data in the two-variable data table, with series named according to the year values, and position it over the range A14:B25. Format this chart for clarity and visibility. Use the Scenario Manager to create scenarios for 10, 15, 20, and 30-year mortgages with specified interest rates and loan amounts. Generate a scenario summary report that details monthly payments, total payments, and costs under each scenario, and move this report worksheet to the end of the workbook. Next, create a PivotTable report to display only the loan costs for each scenario, formatted with currency style, negative values in red and in parentheses, and with no filters. In cell A1 of this worksheet, enter "Scenario PivotTable" and apply the Title style. Add a PivotChart as a clustered column chart that visually compares the costs, format it for clarity, and move this worksheet to the end. Ensure all documentation includes headings, clear explanations, and appropriately formatted data and charts for effective presentation and analysis.

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The comprehensive analysis of a mortgage loan involves multiple steps, from initial data entry to advanced financial modeling using Excel tools. This process provides a detailed examination of how varying loan conditions impact payments and costs over time, essential for informed financial decision-making.

Initially, the loan conditions for a $250,000 mortgage at an annual interest rate of 3.6% with 12 monthly payments per year are entered into the worksheet. The interest rate per month is calculated by dividing the annual rate by 12, resulting in 0.003 (or 0.36%). The total number of years over which the loan is amortized is specified as 30, thus the total number of payments is the product of years and payments per year, totaling 360. Using the PMT function, the monthly payment is calculated based on these parameters, which balances the principal and interest over the loan's duration.

Subsequently, the total payment over the life of the loan is derived by multiplying the monthly payment by the total number of payments. The total cost of the loan is obtained by adding the original loan amount to the total of all payments. These calculations are critical for understanding the financial burden of the loan.

To analyze how different interest rates influence the loan's affordability, a one-variable data table is constructed. This table varies the annual interest rate from 2% to 4.5% in 0.125% increments, recalculating the monthly payment, total payments, and total loan cost for each scenario. By referencing key calculations, the data table enables comparative analysis of how interest rate changes can affect overall loan costs.

Further, a two-variable data table examines the combined effect of interest rates and repayment periods on total loan costs. Interest rates again range from 2% to 4.5%, and loan terms are set at 10, 15, 20, and 30 years. This table provides a matrix of total costs for each combination, helping identify optimal terms and interest scenarios.

Visual representation through a scatter plot with straight lines illustrates the relationship between interest rates and total costs across different repayment periods. The chart is formatted for clarity, with series named according to the years, and positioned over specific cells for logical coherence.

Using Scenario Manager, various mortgage options are simulated to reflect different interest rates and durations. Scenarios for 10, 15, 20, and 30-year loans are created with specific interest rates, and a scenario summary report is generated. This report consolidates the monthly payment, total payment, and total cost data across all scenarios, providing a straightforward comparison.

A dedicated PivotTable and PivotChart are then created to display the cost of the loans under these scenarios, formatted in currency style with negative values in red and parentheses. The PivotTable is simplified to show only the scenario names and associated costs, without filters. The PivotChart visually compares loan costs across different scenarios through a clustered column chart, enhancing interpretability.

Overall, this detailed analysis supports borrowers and financial analysts in understanding the implications of various mortgage conditions, optimizing loan terms, and evaluating trade-offs between interest rates and repayment periods. Proper documentation, including descriptive headings, clear data presentation, and visually appealing charts, ensures the analysis is both comprehensive and accessible.

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