Now let’s see what happens to Shawn’s investment if he waits to make that extra $10,000 prepayment.
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In this example:
- Shawn “only: saves $11,051
- Shawn “only” saves 1.13 years of mortgage payments.
Did you ever think you’d be disappointed to save “only $11,051?” What is the difference?