Uncertainty regarding 401k withdrawal to pay off mortgage

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A 64-year-old retiree with a working spouse is unsure if withdrawing from her 401k to pay off a $70,000 mortgage is a sound decision.

Who's affected: A 64-year-old retiree with a working spouse.

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What people do today

Ideas a builder, maker or community group could start on:

A specialized retirement withdrawal calculator that factors in tax brackets, mortgage interest savings, and future college tuition costs.
A marketplace for low-cost, flat-fee financial planning consultations specifically for retirees managing debt.
A decision-tree tool that helps users compare the long-term net worth impact of paying off debt versus keeping funds invested.

“I am retired (64), my husband (56) is still working, we owe about $70,000 on our mortgage. I want to withdraw from my 401K to pay it off, should I?”

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