To pay your debt off fast, you could consider an option that gives you an upfront lump sum of cash, like a home equity loan.

Homebuyers with a $360,450 mortgage can save tens of thousands by refinancing from a 7.0% rate to a 6.5% rate.

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

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