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Initial repayment rate

Principal repaid in the first year relative to the original loan.

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Simple definition

Principal repaid in the first year relative to the original loan.

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Why it matters

This term changes how inputs, cash flows or results should be interpreted. RATIOXA keeps it explicit so two options are compared on the same basis.

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Worked example

A 2% initial repayment on €300,000 is €6,000 in the first year.