Paying off a mortgage can feel overwhelming, but with the right strategies, you can reduce your loan term and save thousands in interest. The key is to be proactive and make small, strategic changes that have a significant long-term impact.
1. Increase Your Repayments Early
The earlier you start making extra repayments, the more you save in interest. Even small additional payments each month can drastically reduce the length of your loan.
Example: Adding just $100 to your monthly repayment on a 30-year mortgage can cut several years off the loan and save thousands in interest.
2. Make Lump Sum Payments
Unexpected financial windfalls—like tax refunds, bonuses, or inheritance—can be powerful tools in reducing your mortgage faster. Instead of spending these, apply them directly to your principal balance.
Example: A single lump sum payment of $5,000 early in your mortgage can save years of repayments and a substantial amount in interest.
3. Consider an Interest Offset Account
An offset account links your savings to your mortgage, reducing the interest you pay. Keeping money in an offset account rather than a regular savings account can work to your advantage.
Example: A $20,000 offset balance on a mortgage can result in tens of thousands saved in interest over the loan term.
4. Switch to Fortnightly Repayments
Instead of making monthly repayments, switching to fortnightly payments results in an extra repayment each year, which can shave years off your loan term.
Example: A homeowner who switches to fortnightly payments can pay off their loan nearly five years earlier without increasing their repayment amount.
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Will Bell
Will Bell has 15 years’ experience in the finance industry, the last 11 years he has owned and operated Will Bell Mortgage Broker. He specializes in residential home loans and over the years has carved out a trusted brand. This is proven by the reviews his customers have made regarding the service and the experience he has provided.
