Should You Pay Off Your Mortgage Early - Mark Trautman | MHFI 261

April 01, 2025 • 00:50:18
Should You Pay Off Your Mortgage Early - Mark Trautman | MHFI 261
Mile High FI Podcast
Should You Pay Off Your Mortgage Early - Mark Trautman | MHFI 261

Apr 01 2025 | 00:50:18

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Show Notes

Doug and Mark Trautman discuss a listener question regarding whether it’s better to pay off a low-interest mortgage (2.5%) or invest the money instead.  They explore various strategies, including the psychological benefits of paying off a mortgage, the financial returns of investing, and a hybrid approach to manage risks.  They also delve into the historical behavior of the stock market and emphasize the importance of aligning investments with personal goals.

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0:00 Introduction

2:02 Laying out the financial details

8:14 Mark’s approach – The money tree

13:57 Downsides of Mark’s strategy

18:37 Doug’s approach & Gemini calculations

24:42 Eliminating downside & lowering uncertainty

31:14 Market volatility & historical context

38:23 Not always about maximizing returns

44:54 Soundcheck – Cleaning

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https://buymeacoffee.com/milehighfi

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[email protected]

**Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won't even make such a claim. You shouldn't take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren't certified financial planners or advisors. We're not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**

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