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Articles by Paul M.J. Suchecki

Paul was a freelance writer for MyBankTracker.com who focuses on homeownership and money issues. He was an expert in mortgages and real estate. Education: M.A. in Professional Writing from University of Southern California.

Should You Pay the Mortgage If Your House Is Destroyed? Photo of Paul M.J. Suchecki Paul M.J. Suchecki Should You Pay the Mortgage If Your House Is Destroyed? If your home is destroyed, you are still obligated to pay off your mortgage, though... Pros and Cons of a Reverse Mortgage A reverse mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) can be a welcome supplement to Social Security and pension incomes. There are pros and cons: Should You Refinance to a 15 Year Mortgage? Should you refinance a 15 year mortgage? It will save you money compared to a 30 year fixed rate mortgage. A full point of interest is the usual difference. Should You Buy a Vacation Home With a Mortgage or Cash? Photo of Paul M.J. Suchecki Paul M.J. Suchecki Should You Buy a Vacation Home With a Mortgage or Cash? If you're mulling over the purchase of a vacation home, congratulations. But... 15-Year vs. 30-Year Mortgage: Which Is Right for You? Photo of Paul M.J. Suchecki Paul M.J. Suchecki 15-Year vs. 30-Year Mortgage: Which Is Right for You? There are trade-offs in a 15- vs. 30-year mortgage. On a 30 you get lower... How to Get the Lowest Mortgage Loan Rates Even though rates right now are at a historic low, learn how to get the lowest mortgage loan rates to save big. 5 Facts You Should Know About Mortgages Mortgage facts are essential to understand when you apply for a home loan. Here are five mortgage facts you should know that will save money buying a home. What Are Advantages and Disadvantages of FHA Mortgages Photo of Paul M.J. Suchecki Paul M.J. Suchecki What Are Advantages and Disadvantages of FHA Mortgages A Federal Housing Administration (FHA) home loan is not for everybody. If you... 3 Ways to Avoid Paying for Mortgage Insurance Photo of Paul M.J. Suchecki Paul M.J. Suchecki 3 Ways to Avoid Paying for Mortgage Insurance If at all possible, you want to avoid mortgage insurance, because it can add... Easiest Way to Pay off Your Mortgage Early Pay off your mortgage early to earn your mortgage interest rate on every dollar. Here's the easiest way to own your home outright years earlier. Learn how: