START HERE: Should I use my dividends to pay off DEBT or REINVEST for FINANCIAL FREEDOM?

Sep 11, 2025

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In this Start Here episode, I tackle a thoughtful and highly relevant question:
“Should I reinvest my dividends OR use them to pay down my mortgage?”

As a Financial Planner and dividend-focused investor, I help unpack this decision from both a practical and mindset perspective. Explaining how each option can serve different goals and life stages, and how to think clearly about risk, return, and long-term financial freedom.

🔍 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

What dividends are and why they’re powerful
The benefits of reinvesting dividends for compound growth
When it might make sense to direct dividends to pay down debt
How to weigh interest saved vs income earned
Why there’s no "one-size-fits-all" approach
How to stay focused on your goals and timeline
The importance of having a clear passive income target

💬 Let’s Keep the Conversation Going

I’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode! Reach out to me anytime on Instagram @SugarMammaTV so we can keep this important conversation alive.

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Best Seller: The $1000 Project
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Motivated Money by Peter Thornhill (a huge inspiration for me): Read it here

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⚖️ General Advice Warning

While we discuss financial topics, everything shared here is general information only — never personal, product, or investment advice. Always:

Do your own research.
Weigh up the pros, cons, fees, caps, taxes, and risks.
Seek professional advice before making financial decisions.

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