Asked by Lauren Hammons on May 11, 2024
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A loan contract called for a payment after two years of $1,500 plus interest (on this $1,500 only) at 8% compounded quarterly, and a second payment after four years of $2,500 plus interest (on this $2,500) at 8% compounded quarterly. What would you pay to purchase the contract 18 months after the contract date if you require a return of 10.5% compounded semi-annually?
Return
The profit or loss generated from an investment over a certain period of time.
Compounded Quarterly
Interest calculated and added to the principal four times a year.
Purchase Contract
A legal agreement between a buyer and a seller detailing the terms and conditions of a purchase.
- Gain an understanding of the core concepts of time value of money for the purpose of calculating comparable payment streams and investment returns.
- Examine the financial outcomes associated with delaying payments or altering the schedule of repayments.
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Learning Objectives
- Gain an understanding of the core concepts of time value of money for the purpose of calculating comparable payment streams and investment returns.
- Examine the financial outcomes associated with delaying payments or altering the schedule of repayments.