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EPISODE · Jul 11, 2026 · 15 MIN

New tax changes: Pay off mortgage or invest?

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Given the new tax changes with capital gains, hurdle rates have changed and the attractiveness of investing vs paying off your mortgage has shifted. We run through how to work out what your hurdle rate is depending on your tax rate and mortgage circumstances.Would you like more free insights from Mark, Shani and the rest of the Morningstar team? You can find them here.A message from Mark and ShaniFor the past five years, we’ve released a weekly podcast to arm you with the tools to invest successfully. We’ve always strived to provide independent, thoughtful analysis, backed by the work of hundreds of researchers and professionals at Morningstar.We’ve shared our journeys with you, and you’ve shared back. We’ve listened to what you’re after and created a companion for your investing journey. Invest Your Way is a book that focuses on the investor, instead of the investments. It is a guide to successful investing, with actionable insights and practical applications.The book is now available! It is also available in Audiobook format from most sellers.Purchase from Amazon or Purchase from BooktopiaTo submit any questions or feedback, please email [email protected] or leave us a voicemail to feature on the podcast here.Audio Producer and mixer: William Ton. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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