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The Top Benefits Of Having Mortgage Debt

October 5, 2021 by Angela MacKinnon

The Top Benefits Of Having Mortgage DebtThe vast majority of people need to take out a loan to purchase a home. While there are many forms of debt that people would rather avoid, some types of debt can actually be a positive. This includes mortgage debt. What are a few of the top benefits of having mortgage debt?

Access To Extra Liquidity

One of the biggest benefits of having mortgage debt is that homeowners will have access to more liquid cash. If someone spends all of their money buying a house in cash, they might not have anything left over to cover other expenses. Examples include deaths in the family, medical bills, and repairs on cars and the house itself. Many people like to have access to extra liquid cash, and they are willing to take out a mortgage to do it.

The Payments Do Not Change

It is entirely possible that someone’s income will go up during the life of the mortgage. Even if someone’s income goes up, the size of the mortgage payments will not change. The payments might stay the same size for 30 years, which could make the house more affordable. The same cannot be said of rent payments, which usually go up every time the contract is renewed. 

Access To Tax Deductions

Homeowners have access to a significant tax deduction. This comes in the form of mortgage interest. Even though it is important for everyone to meet with a trained tax professional to go over their taxes, the interest attached to a mortgage is usually tax-deductible. This can be a significant tax advantage for homeowners.

A Better Credit Score

It is critical for all homeowners to make sure they make their mortgage payments on time. In doing so, the homeowner’s credit score will go up. People might not think that their credit scores matter much after taking out a home loan, but this could make a difference when applying for car loans or future home loans. Therefore, having a long track record of on-time mortgage payments can make a major difference.

Take Advantage Of Mortgage Debt

These are a few of the top benefits of having mortgage debt. All homeowners need to leverage these benefits for their financial gain down the road.

 

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: debt, Fixed Payments, Mortgage

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