There are a lot of Mortgage Acceleration programs available now that have piqued the interest of Homeowners. The premise behind them is that if you pay off your mortgage sooner you can live a debt free life longer. While there are definite benefits to leverage and always keeping a mortgage, today's climate of economic uncertainty and news of mounting consumer debt have created a market for these programs.
The main reason they are popular is that they can help people be rid of their credit card and mortgage debt in their 40's so they can build their retirement through their prime earning years.
Here is a list of four popular programs that help borrowers achieve an early payoff of their mortgages.
- Extra Annual Payment(s)
- Biweekly Payment Plan
- MMA - and similar "Mortgage Acceleration Programs"
- Interest Only Mortgages
The most important consideration with any of these plans is to be disciplined in your strategy. Whether you choose to simply make an extra payment annually or one of the more advanced techniques, there has to be a commitment throughout the term of the loan.
If living without the debt of a mortgage is your goal, then the best first step is to contact your favorite mortgage broker and set up a time to discuss the options, benefits and even look at the other side to make sure it is the right fit for you.
For more detail on the programs listed above, please read on at:
Florida Mortgage | Acceleration Programs to be Debt Free
David, Great advice.. contact your favorite mortgage Broker....I think the link might be off though..:-)Just kidding great post