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Financing a big purchase? See the real cost first

From a boat or aircraft to a high-end watch or a luxury home: work out the payment and the total interest, monthly or bi-weekly, before you talk to a lender. LuxuryLoans.ca is part of the MITEY network; we are not a lender or broker and we don't promise rates or approvals.

Mitey planning a big purchase
Mitey's rule: the payment is only part of it. Insurance, storage and upkeep often add more than you'd expect.

What people finance

A luxury yacht on the water

Boats and yachts

Marine lenders usually want a survey, insurance and a larger down payment on older or larger vessels.

A luxury mechanical watch

Watches and collectibles

Few lenders finance watches or art directly; this is often an unsecured personal loan or line of credit at a higher rate.

A private jet on the tarmac

Private aircraft

Aircraft loans are specialist lending; budget for hangar, insurance, crew and maintenance on top of the payment.

A modern luxury home with a pool

Luxury homes

Homes are financed with mortgages: at $1.5M or more you need at least 20% down, and the stress test applies.

Luxury purchase payment calculator

Payment and total interest

Example rate only. Your lender's rate, fees and terms will differ.

Currency
The total cost of the item
A larger down payment lowers the payment and the total interest
Longer terms mean lower payments but more total interest
Payment frequency
Estimated monthly payment$4,748120 payments on $400,000 borrowed.
Total of payments
$569,768
Total interest
$169,768
Assumptions & sources
Fixed rate for the whole term; no fees, taxes, insurance or balloon payment.The currency only changes the symbol; it doesn't convert amounts.

Frequently asked questions

Who finances boats, aircraft and other luxury purchases in Canada?

Banks and credit unions offer secured loans and lines of credit for some purchases; boats, recreational vehicles and aircraft are often financed by specialist lenders or through dealers. Watches, jewellery and art are usually financed with unsecured personal loans or lines of credit, which cost more.

What do lenders look at?

Your income and debts, credit history, the down payment, and the asset itself (its age, value, and whether it can be insured and registered). Expect to show income documents and proof of insurance.

Is accelerated bi-weekly worth it?

Accelerated bi-weekly pays half the monthly amount every two weeks, which adds up to one extra monthly payment a year. That shortens the loan and cuts interest. Regular bi-weekly simply splits the monthly cost and saves little.

What's the risk of financing something that loses value?

Boats, aircraft and cars usually lose value faster than the loan is paid down, so you can owe more than the asset is worth for years. A larger down payment and a shorter term reduce that risk.

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