Rushing to pay off your mortgage can quietly drain the retirement accounts you'll need most. Here's why timing and balance matter more than speed.

If you own a home, you’re probably used to watching a big chunk of your paycheck disappear every month due to mortgage payments. But what if adding just a little more could save you tens of thousands ...

Here’s what to consider.

On one hand, you could aim to pay off your mortgage principal faster to save on interest and reach debt-free status sooner.

Can you pay off your mortgage early? The short answer is yes — you can pay off your mortgage early. This is referred to as prepaying a mortgage. Most mortgages don’t come with a prepayment penalty, so ...

“To pay off your house or not to pay off your house? That is the question.” GOBankingRates reader Karen brought a touch of Shakespeare to her question for our Top 100 Money Experts series. While it’s ...

Paying off your mortgage is a great achievement, and it also frees you from the largest monthly expenses you will ever have to face. One couple in their 50s has an opportunity to make additional ...

The financial landscape for homeowners has changed significantly in 2026. While prices aren’t rising as fast, the cost of borrowing is still high. Mortgage interest rates have jumped. At the same time ...

After years of hard work, you’ve finally achieved one of your life goals — taking the keys to your own home. Now you face a long list of decisions, from the exact shade of green for your kitchen to ...