I forget how old I am or how young some are still with some of these comments. There is absolutely nothing wrong with viewing or making your home an investment for the future. Sure it's nice to have rental properties all over the place. But how many do you actually own free and clear? We bought our current home here in Plano back in 2001. I refinanced to a shorter term and lower rate and now have 5yrs to go to pay it off (or sooner if I choose). Meanwhile, if need be, I can put my hands on over a quarter mill liquid from just this house that I have lived in for nearly 15yrs from a monthly payment that folks in so Cal or NY pay for a efficiency apartment.
Is all about location and perspective. And of course needs.
