Using retirement account money this way isn't a simple decision. Here's what you want to consider.

Owing nothing would be grand, but there are big reasons to keep a mortgage going, rather than seeking to discharge it early.

Rushing to eliminate your mortgage before retirement could leave you cash-poor and unable to handle emergencies.

Think paying off your mortgage early is always smart? Financial advisors warn it could cost you more in the long run.

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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