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Extra payments go straight to principal. See how much interest monthly top-ups and yearly lump sums save over the life of your mortgage.

Built on official Canadian sourcesUpdated 2026-11-12

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Reference rates (Bank of Canada, not offers): Average 5-year+ fixed rate, new insured mortgages 4.12% (2026-08-01); 5-year conventional posted rate 6.19% (2026-11-04); Average variable rate, new insured mortgages 3.74% (2026-08-01).

Check your contract's prepayment limits first.

Interest saved

$86,990

$181,946 instead of $268,937

Mortgage-free sooner by

7.4 years

Paid off in 17.6 years; regular payment $2,396.46

Assumes the rate stays the same for the whole period and that your contract allows these prepayments without a penalty.

Prepayment privileges

Your mortgage contract sets how much you can prepay each year without a penalty, for example by increasing payments or making lump-sum payments. Limits differ by lender and product, and paying more than allowed on a closed mortgage can trigger a penalty.

Sources

Rules are summarized in our own words from official publications. Check the source and talk to your lender or a licensed professional before making a decision.

Informational only, not financial advice. Data as of the release snapshot generated 2026-11-12.