How long should you keep mortgage documents? It depends on the mortgage document. You’ll want to keep certain paperwork for as long as you own the home, while you can discard other things immediately.

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Buying a home is an exciting time. If you're like millions of other buyers around the country, you will need a mortgage to buy the home. In that case, you’ll be required to sign your mortgage note at ...

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It’s fine to get rid of monthly mortgage statements, but you should keep all your mortgage documents, including proof of title insurance and the promissory note, until your loan is paid off. Having ...