ECONOMICS (CBSE/UGC NET)

Detailed explanation-1: -Interest is the monetary charge for borrowing money-generally expressed as a percentage, such as an annual percentage rate (APR). Interest may be earned by lenders for the use of their funds or paid by borrowers for the use of those funds.

Detailed explanation-2: -The principal–the money that you borrow. The interest–this is like paying rent on the money you borrow.

Detailed explanation-3: -Can I Legally Lend Money to a Friend and Charge Interest? You can lend money at interest, provided that the interest rate falls within the appropriate legal guidelines. Most states have usury laws that limit the maximum amount of interest that a lender can charge.

Detailed explanation-4: -Loans from family members or friends are not taxable. Whether the loan is with or without interest, it becomes tax-free for the borrower. However if the lender charges interest from the borrower, he or she has to pay taxes on any interest that is earned from the loan.