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Compare different amortization periods and interest-only mortgages side-by-side with Canadian calculations

$600,000

ComparisonColumn 1Column 2Interest-Only
Amortization Period
years
years
Not applicable
Rate
%
%
%
Extra Monthly Payment
$0
$0
Not applicable
Monthly Payment
$3,153
$1,979 interest +
$1,174 principal
$2,918
$2,077 interest +
$841 principal
$3,445
Interest-only payment (principal unchanged)
Balance at End of Term
$522,232
After 5y term
$544,022
After 5y term
$600,000
After 5y term
Payoff Time
25y 0m
Trimmed vs original: 0y 0m
30y 0m
Trimmed vs original: 0y 0m
Does not amortize
Interest-only mortgages do not amortize
Interest Saved
$0
$0

Uses Canadian mortgage convention: nominal annual rate compounded semi-annually

For illustration purposes only. Actual mortgage terms may vary.

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Rate updated: March 31st 2026, Rate may change without notice.