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Loan Calculator

Calculate loan payments and interest costs

Loan Details

Total amount you want to borrow

Annual interest rate offered by lender

Number of years to repay the loan

Typical SA Rates

  • • Commercial banks: 10-13% for agriculture
  • • Land Bank: 8-11% for farming loans
  • • Microfinance: 15-20% for small loans

Payment Summary

Enter loan details to calculate payments

💡 Loan Tips for Farmers

  • Shop around - compare rates from multiple lenders including Land Bank
  • Consider seasonal payment schedules aligned with harvest periods
  • Make extra payments when possible to reduce interest costs
  • Ensure loan terms align with crop production cycles
  • Maintain good credit history for better rates on future loans
  • Factor loan payments into your operating cost calculations