Should You Pay Off Your Mortgage or Invest? (What Actually Makes Sense)
From Don't F-Up Your Retirement: You Built It. Don't Let Retirement Break It. by Bonfire Financial | Brian Colvert CFP®
April 21, 2026 · 32 min
About this episode
This episode discusses whether it's better to pay off your mortgage or invest, considering various financial factors.
Should you pay off your mortgage or invest? It’s one of the most common financial questions, but the answer isn’t one-size-fits-all. In this episode, we break down how interest rates, risk, and your personal situation all play into making the right decision. Full show notes: https://www.bonfirefinancial.com/pay-off-mortgage-or-invest To learn more about Bonfire Financial, please visit: https://www.bonfirefinancial.com Disclosure: https://www.bonfirefinancial.com/disclosure
People in this episode
Host: Brian Colvert CFP®
Topics covered
- mortgage
- investing
- financial decision-making
- interest rates
- personal finance
Keywords
- mortgage
- invest
- interest rates
- financial advice
- personal situation
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Bonfire Financial
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