Financing your share

A 25% share costs a fraction of a whole boat, so if you finance it, the loan is smaller and the payment easier to plan. You borrow directly from a lender you choose.

i

Galenne is not a lender. We don't offer, arrange or broker loans, and we don't receive referral fees from lenders. Rates, terms and approval are decided only by each lender.

What a loan could look like

Estimated loan paymentPlus your monthly contribution
Loan amount

Illustration only, not an offer. Your actual rate, term and payment depend on your credit and the lender. Excludes Galenne's acquisition fee, closing costs and taxes.

Where owners get a loan

Independent lenders. We have no partnership with any of them and receive nothing if you apply.

Direct lender

LightStream

Unsecured loans for boat purchases, with terms up to 12 years.

Visit LightStream ↗
Direct lender

SoFi

Fully digital process, with strong terms for borrowers with good credit.

Visit SoFi ↗
Direct lender

Wells Fargo

Personal loans, generally for customers with an existing Wells Fargo account.

Visit Wells Fargo ↗
Loan marketplace

Credible

One form to compare offers from several lenders. According to Credible, checking rates doesn't affect your credit score.

Compare rates on Credible ↗

Prefer to use your own assets? Some owners use a securities-backed line of credit, a home equity line or a 401(k) loan. Check with your financial advisor what fits.

How it fits with buying your share

  1. Reserve your shareA refundable $500 deposit holds your 25% while the other shares are filled.
  2. Get pre-qualifiedTalk to a lender early. We give you the itemized figures they need: share price, acquisition fee, closing costs and taxes.
  3. CloseYour funds, borrowed or not, pay for your share at closing. The loan stays between you and your lender.

Common questions

Is Galenne the lender?

No. Galenne doesn't lend money, arrange loans or receive fees from lenders. The options on this page are independent third parties.

Will checking rates affect my credit?

Many lenders and marketplaces pre-qualify you with a soft credit check that doesn't affect your score. A full application usually involves a hard check. Confirm with each lender.

Can I finance the acquisition fee and closing costs too?

Personal loans can usually be used for any purpose, so you can borrow the full upfront amount if the lender approves it. Ask the lender about limits.

When should I apply?

Once you have reserved your share. Shares are filled before closing, so getting pre-qualified early avoids delays.

What happens to the loan when the boat is sold?

When the boat is sold at the end of the 4-year term, you receive your 25% of the sale, less depreciation. You can use it to pay down the loan, but the loan is yours to repay either way.

Questions about paying for your share?

We'll walk you through the upfront figures so you can talk to any lender.

Book a private consultation