Difference between the Interest Rate and APR
There is a difference between the interest rate and APR (annual percentage rate.) It is confusing when you start looking at rates from different lenders because each lender may present the rate differently. How do you shop for the best rate if they are different? When comparing loan offers from multiple lenders, it can be helpful to look at the Total Interest Percentage (TIP), which is the amount that you would pay in interest over the life of a loan