It's time to create a debt repayment plan
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There are several different tactics to paying down debt, and it's important to find one that works for you so you stick with it.
First up: the avalanche method.
Figure out how much you owe and at what rate
No matter which debt payoff method you choose, the first step is to determine just how much you owe. Make a list of all your debts, their minimum payments and the interest rate associated with each one.
Take aim at the highest interest rate
Next, rank the debts from highest to lowest by interest rate. The avalanche method prioritizes paying off debts based on the interest rates. The higher the interest rate, the more you pay in the long run as interest accrues on the balance. Typically, paying off accounts that have the highest interest rate first will save you more money in the long run. So funnel any extra money on top of the monthly minimum payment into this account until it's paid off.
Remember: Don't ignore other debts, and continue to make the minimum payments on each bill. Once you've paid off the account with the highest interest rate, take the money that was going toward that bill and apply it to tackle the debt with the next highest interest rate. Continue the process, and while it could take some time, the goal is to become debt free. | | | |  | | | | | | | | This week’s top stories | | | | | | | | Ozempic, Wegovy, and the weight of the economy | | | | As America is set to shed millions of pounds with the help of these new weight-loss drugs, investors are trying to anticipate how a leaner population might reshape the economy.
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