Promissory Note for Interest-Free Loan | Canada
When lending money to a friend or family member in Canada, you may choose not to charge the borrower interest.
Even in these cases, it is important to secure a formal commitment from the borrower to repay the loaned amount. Obtaining a signed Demand Promissory Note for principal only ensures that the borrower is legally obliged to repay the principal.
When and Where to Use the Form
- This type of Promissory Note is most frequently used when the lender and borrower share a close relationship, such as family members.
- This Demand Promissory Note is intended for use within Canada. It is suitable for all provinces and territories except Québec, where a different French-language form may be needed.
Repayment Terms
Because the loan is interest-free, the borrower is required only to return the principal amount borrowed. No interest will accrue on the loan.
Format and Accessibility
The Demand Promissory Note is available as a digital download in MS Word format, making it convenient to use and customize.
Promissory Note for Interest Only | Canada
Purpose of Promissory Note for Interest Only
This Promissory Note template is designed to help secure the repayment of a loan made within Canada. It provides a clear framework for both lenders and borrowers regarding the repayment terms and expectations.
Interest-Only Payment Terms
Under this Note, the borrower is required to make payments that cover only the accrued interest on the loan. No payments toward the principal amount are necessary until the specific date outlined in the Note. This allows the borrower to manage cash flow by deferring principal repayments until a later time.
Schedule of Interest Payments
Interest payments are to be made in arrears, following a regular payment schedule as defined in the terms of the Note. This ensures that the lender receives compensation for the use of their funds over the period of the loan.
Principal Repayment and Prepayment
The principal sum of the loan may be repaid at any time chosen by the borrower, without incurring any penalty or additional fee. This flexibility benefits the borrower, allowing for early repayment if desired.
Format and Availability
This template is provided in Microsoft Word format, making it easy to edit and customize to suit the specific details of your transaction. Users are encouraged to modify the document as necessary to reflect the terms agreed upon by both parties.
Jurisdiction
This Promissory Note is intended exclusively for use in Canada.
Canada Installment Note with Prepayment Fee
This Installment Promissory Note form is for a loan that is backed by collateral belonging to the borrower.
- The template is for use in Canada only.
- The principal and interest will be repaid by a series of regular fixed (non-variable) installment payments.
- The borrower has the option to prepay the Note, but the lender will charge a prepayment premium (fee) if the loan is paid out before the due date.
- If the borrower defaults in making a payment or becomes bankrupt or insolvent, the entire balance together with interest becomes immediately due and payable.
- If the borrower defaults, the lender has the right to sell the collateral privately or through public auction.
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Purchase Money Promissory Note for Real Estate Purchase
If you are selling a real estate property and allowing the buyer to pay the purchase price over time, make sure the buyer signs this Purchase Money Promissory Note.
- Having a signed promissory note in place makes you a secured creditor if the buyer becomes bankrupt or insolvent.
- The buyer will pay off the balance of the purchase price in regular installments, rather than having to come up with all of the purchase money in order to close the sale.
- The Note contains an acceleration clause, meaning if the maker defaults in a payment, the entire balance together with interest becomes immediately due and payable.
- Get the Purchase Money Promissory Note signed at the same time that the other documents for the real estate purchase are executed by the buyer.