Brian Dunning's FileMaker Custom Functions

SimpleInterestTotal

Calculates the accrued amount that includes both principal and the interest.

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  Sample input:
SimpleInterestTotal ( 1000 ; 5 ; "Years" ; 3 )
  Sample output:
1150

  Function definition: (Copy & paste into FileMaker's Edit Custom Function window)

Calculate simple interest on the principal only. Simple interest does not include the effect of compounding. Calculates the accrued amount that includes both principal and the interest. Enter the annual 'Rate' of interest as a percentage. You must choose the 'PeriodUnit' in Days, Weeks, Months, Quarters, or Years.

 

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