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May 2025
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Should I Get a Mortgage or Save to Pay C...

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Laura answers a listener's question about getting a mortgage to buy a home or saving cash to buy one outright later.

Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. 

Transcript: https://money-girl.simplecast.com/episodes/should-i-get-a-mortgage-or-save-to-pay-cash-for-a-home/transcript

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