EMD Calculator

Estimate the Earnest Money Deposit and payment schedule for a bank auction property based on its reserve price.

Enter a property's reserve price below. EMD amounts and payment splits vary by bank and are always specified exactly in that property's official sale notice, so treat these as planning estimates, not a substitute for reading the actual notice.

This calculator provides general estimates only, based on commonly used EMD percentages and payment structures. Always confirm the exact EMD amount, payment split, and deadlines stated in the official sale notice for the specific property you're bidding on. Read our full guide to how bank auctions work for more detail.