Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Owning a home is a monumental goal, but it also means you're saddled with a monthly payment for the duration of your home loan.

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That monthly mortgage payment can feel like a permanent resident in your life, a houseguest who overstayed their welcome by about 30 years. It shows up every month, eats a huge chunk of your budget, ...