A comparison rate indicates the true cost of a loan, which is calculated by taking into account both the interest rate and the fees and charges related to the home loan product and reduces these to a single percentage figure for a secured loan amount. The comparison rate is calculated on a loan amount of $150,000 and a term of 25 years. Different amounts and terms will result in different comparison rates. Costs such as redraw fees or early repayment fees, and cost savings such as fee waivers, are not included in the comparison rate but may influence the cost of the loan.