Debt can make it difficult to get ahead with your finances so it’s no wonder that being debt-free is a very common financial goal. While there are many strategies to help you get your debt down to zero, it can be hard to figure out which one is best. However, once you find a way… Read more
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How to Pay Off High-Interest Debt
Dealing with high-interest debt? Debt really can be a hassle to deal with especially if you’re actively trying to pay it off. Most experts recommend you pay off high-interest debt sooner rather than later. My personal debt repayment journey has involved all sorts of debt ranging from credit cards and personal loans to student loans… Read more
Why I Took a Debt Payoff Break
Paying off debt requires a ton of discipline, willpower, and the right mindset. It’s not always easy, but the results are often rewarding. Last fall I made the final payment on the student loan debt totaling about $35k+ of debt paid off since 2015. It was exciting and I felt accomplished. But it wasn’t the… Read more
How to Start Making Progress When You’re Stuck in Debt
Thank you National Debt Relief for sponsoring this post! All thoughts and opinions are my own. Overwhelmed by your debt? Behind on bills or only making the minimum payments on your credit cards and loans? Don’t let that feeling carry on throughout the year. Being in debt can make you feel uneasy and cost you… Read more
How to Get Started With the Debt Snowball Method
Today I have a guest post from Jen. Jen Hayes is an HR professional, frugal lifestyle blogger, and freelance writer. You may have seen here on the blog before when I interviewed her for my Debt Mindset Series. She writes about her journey toward shedding 50 pounds and $117,000 of student loan debt on her… Read more
Debt Mindset Series: Running a Marathon, Not a Sprint
Today I’m a bit sad to reveal that this is my last interview for the series for the time being. I’ve interviewed some amazing people about their debt repayment journies and I hope you’ve enjoyed the stories and inspiration as much as I have, but I’m putting the series on a break and may pick… Read more