You might be thinking can I really use a 40 year mortgage to payoff a mortgage in 20 years. The answer is yes. Here is a real example of a recent client case that I helped structure: Client has one rental property which he was paying down aggressively by taking all the net cash flow ($400 monthly) and putting it down on the principal. This might sound like a good idea, however it is inefficient. Here is why:

Paying down an investment property aggressively reduces interest portion of mortgage payment which is tax deductible, therefore resulting in higher taxable income
Net positive cash flow can be used to pay down non tax efficient debt (home mortgage)

The solution for the client was the following:

Leave the investment property mortgage at its original 40 year amortization (which is still available for conventional mortgages)
Use the net positive cash flow ($400 per month) to paydown principal residence ($300,000 mortgage amortized over 30 years at 3.29% is reduced to 20 years of amortization saving $62,461 of interest payments)

The cash repositioning helped the client paydown their principal residence, save thousands of interest dollars and be tax efficient. It is important when choosing a mortgage for your investment property, the right product is selected that will fit into your long term goal. Please consult with your accountant regarding your taxes.

In conclusion, there is more to mortgages than rates. If a mortgage product is used properly, mortgage freedom can achieved faster which is the goal of many homeowners.

To discuss your personal mortgage situation, please contact me.