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Asked 11/19/2008

I am 60 and I want to pay off my mortgage with 401Kyes or no?

I am 60 years old, 401 K is demenishin rapidly. Should I pay off home loan befoe 401 is depleted.

 
 
 
 
 
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Answer 1/2 - Submitted 12/19/2008

My 1st response is NO. But if you'll give me more info, I can give you a more specific answer.

 
 

Answer 2/2 - Submitted 2/7/2010

Problem is you want to have a pension so it is a good idea to keep your 401k plan rather than spend it. However if you cannot afford to pay your mortgage any other way then it is better to take a loan from your 401k plan rather than going into the red

 
 
 
 
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