Member-only story

Should I Pay Off My Mortgage Early? The Answer May Determine Your Financial Future!

Diarmaid McMenamin
10 min readSep 10, 2024

--

Imagine having paid your mortgage off and owning your home outright.

No monthly payments, no remortgages, just you and your home.

Many people strive for a time without mortgage payments. They assume this will be the best path to time and financial freedom.

But is paying off the mortgage early the best financial move? Or could the money in your house work hard for you elsewhere?

Most homeowners will face this critical financial decision at some point, and the answer is not always clear.

This week’s personal finance blog will examine the pros and cons of paying off your mortgage. We will also examine using the money tied up in your house to invest for the future.

Which approach is right for you?

As always, the answer depends on your life stage, financial circumstances and risk tolerance.

This blog helps you understand the arguments for and against paying your mortgage early.

Why You SHOULD Pay Off Your Mortgage Early

Paying off your mortgage early is an attractive option for many homeowners, and it carries several financial and emotional benefits…

--

--

Diarmaid McMenamin
Diarmaid McMenamin

Written by Diarmaid McMenamin

Helping busy, time-poor professionals build a life of time and financial freedom by improving financial education and investing in property.

Responses (6)