Breaking Your Mortgage: Expert Tips for Unlocking Wealth!

August 3, 2021

Unravel the complexities of breaking your mortgage in this week’s enlightening episode of “Make Money Count.” With three insightful callers, including Iain, sharing their mortgage situations and associated penalties, listeners gain a deeper understanding of the calculations and considerations involved. Discover the expert tips for unlocking wealth through strategic mortgage-breaking decisions.

Key Insights and Takeaways:

  1. Penalty Calculations Demystified: Understanding the Fixed-Rate Mortgage Break Penalty Formula. Gain clarity on the penalty calculation process for fixed-rate mortgages. Marcus breaks down the step-by-step formula, ensuring listeners comprehend how banks calculate penalties and what factors come into play.
    • First: Calculate the discount received from the bank by subtracting the offered rate from the 5-year fixed posted rate.
    • Second: Find the difference between the current posted rate and the discount received.
    • Third: Compute the Interest Rate Differential (IRD) by taking the difference calculated in Step 2.
    • Last: Divide the IRD by 12 to get the Monthly IRD.
  2. Real-Life Scenarios: Callers Share Their Mortgage Break Experiences. Dive into real-life scenarios as Daniel, Josh, and Sandy discuss their mortgage penalties. Learn from their experiences, understand the nuances of penalty calculations, and uncover additional tricks and tips for navigating unique situations.

“Breaking Your Mortgage: Expert Tips for Unlocking Wealth!” is your guide to making informed decisions about mortgage-breaking. From understanding penalty calculations to gaining insights from real-life scenarios, this episode empowers listeners to navigate the wealth of possibilities. Whether you’re contemplating breaking your mortgage or seeking financial advice, this episode equips you with the expert tips needed to unlock wealth strategically. Tune in to “Make Money Count” and take the first step toward financial empowerment with Cannect!

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