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Prepayment Penalty: What To Know And How To Avoid It

8 Min Read Updated Sept. 3, 2024

Paying off your mortgage early can save you a lot of money on interest, even if you’re refinancing your home or selling it. But it’s not the best news for lenders, which need the interest you pay to stay in business. That’s why some lenders charge borrowers who pay off their mortgage early a prepayment […]

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