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  1. frenzybytes

    Should I use a debt management company to pay off $30k in credit card debt?

    I found Greenpath Financial Wellness to be good, very upfront and honest. However, I was able to secure a lower interest rate through Discover on my own specifically, 0.99%. Therefore, I recommend you call Discover directly if you have an account with them.
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    How can I tackle $51k in debt without ruining my 759 credit score?

    If your income is stable, reduce your emergency fund to approximately $1200 sufficient to cover minor setbacks like flat tires or a broken washer and allocate the remainder toward paying down debt. Once a debt is cleared, redirect that payment to the next debt's minimum to accelerate payoff...
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    How can I pay off $18,700 in debt on a $53K salary?

    I discovered the free app Debt Payoff Planner. Simply enter your details, and it calculates the payoff date for each debt while keeping you on track after paying one off.
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    Should I pay off our 401K loan or high-interest credit cards first?

    My recommendation is to prioritize paying off card 1 first, followed by card 3, while maintaining a $2000 emergency fund. After that, focus on card 3, then address the 401k loan, and finally the personal loan. This advice is based on the information available, without knowing the minimum...
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    How can I stay motivated after missing my debt payoff goal?

    Congratulations! Your credit card debt will be gone by October, and you will be completely debt free by the end of 2026.
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    Can I claim tax deductions for renovating my PPOR into a rental?

    Setting up the area is a capital expense, not a tax deductible cost at the time you make the purchase. For income producing property, the capital depreciation rate is set at 2.5% annually. You can refer to the ATO portal for deductible depreciation items on rental properties, and you will find...
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    Mechanic on $34/hr—should I switch to earthworks for better pay & future?

    Invest in yourself by completing the extra two years to secure your heavy vehicle qualification, then choose the location that best fits your goals. You don’t need to pursue fly in fly out work for this larger earning potential still exists, but it's really about where you want to be. Do you...
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    Should I use $70K savings to pay off CC debt if I’ll keep relying on cards?

    You should aim to keep at least 3–6 months of living expenses in an emergency fund that earns at least 3% in a money market account. This protects your investment, grows your money, and keeps funds accessible as needed though your specific amount will depend on your current debt and regular...
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    $10K Credit Card Debt at High Interest—Can’t Consolidate, What’s My Best Move?

    Taking on more debt to pay off existing debt is never a wise strategy. Instead, increase your income by securing a second job and apply all of that additional money toward reducing what you owe.
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    How can I tackle my $45,000 debt and settle it myself?

    Perry, "Debit Relief Order" (DRO) this is primarily a UK solution (for debts under £30k, low income/assets). In the US, your options differ significantly: 1. File for unemployment immediately. 2. Contact creditors NOW: Explain job loss, request hardship programs (reduced payments...
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    Should I consider an IVA for our £30k debt?

    Eating at home transformed my finances. Use up all toiletries and cleaning supplies before buying more. Wash and vacuum your own car. Do your own mani/pedis. Cut back on gift giving. Organize a regifting closet. I paid off my house. Take 9 cash trips. Host a mortgage burning party. Stockpile...
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    How can I tackle my $45,000 debt and settle it myself?

    Debit relief order . D.R.O. saved my life. Look into it x
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    Should I use $10k to pay off debt or pay into my HELOC?

    I've added your debts to MoolahPlan, which uses the debt snowball method to create your personalized monthly payment plan. With your $1k emergency fund, we can allocate an extra $100 toward your debts. This plan shows you'll be debt free by 2029.
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    Should I Build an Emergency Fund or Pay Off Credit Cards?

    Use the $480 to pay off any small bills you have. Next month, split the $480 half for bills, half for your emergency fund. Make extra cash by selling items you no longer need or take on a side gig if you have the time.
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    What's your top financial goal & how are you reaching it?

    Eliminating debt and replacing our unreliable car, which often won't start.
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    How can I budget and pay off debt with low self-discipline?

    No advice here but I’m right there with you. I created a budget sheet for clarity. When I saw $300 a month in Apple subscriptions, I nearly fell off my couch. Once I identified where I was losing money, I got focused on cutting spending. It’s only been a month for me.
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    What are my options with debt and bad credit?

    I signed up with national debt relief to help me with my credit card debt.
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    How can we tackle our debt with high mortgage and credit card interest?

    You mentioned cutting back on spending and eating out. To achieve debt freedom, eliminate eating out entirely and focus solely on bills and essential expenses. Consider taking on an additional job and put every extra dollar toward your debt.
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    How Do I Start Paying Off $8,700 in Debt with $3,400?

    I would first get caught up on the past due.
  20. frenzybytes

    How can we tackle our debt faster on a $125k income?

    You've paid off $20k. That's a significant achievement. Acknowledge that. Now, decide which debt to tackle next. Focus all your energy there. The snowball method works, but high interest loans or family debts might be more urgent. Choose what matters most. You're doing well. Keep going!
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    How can I manage my $59k debt with overwhelming anxiety?

    Start by identifying your income sources and where the money goes. You're in debt because you spend more than you earn. This could stem from a spending issue or insufficient income. The solution depends on identifying the root cause.
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    How can I use my new secured credit card to improve my 560 credit score?

    For every credit card purchase, refund the amount within a couple of days.
  23. frenzybytes

    How can I manage debt and housing with a complex situation with my ex and kids?

    I would pay off all debt, but only if you're committed to avoiding it in the future. I'd allocate $5,000 to an emergency fund and invest the remainder in a high yield savings account.
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    How can I consolidate bills to pay off $6,000 credit card debt?

    I use moolahplan. It's a web platform that helps you build a budget, track savings, and offers a debt snowball feature with a personalized monthly plan to pay off debt faster.
  25. frenzybytes

    Should I use my tax refund to pay off debt?

    I didn’t get enough back after paying turbo tax my refund is 24 bucks
  26. frenzybytes

    Should I Pay Off Debt Now or Wait for Tax Refund?

    I'll settle everything I can now money tends to vanish quickly.
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    Should I switch from debt snowball to avalanche for my credit cards?

    I would do the snowball start with the smallest debt first
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    Should I Pay Off Debt or Save My Tax Return?

    Pay off the card. Each month, split your payment in half half goes to savings, half to Citi. Once you’ve saved $2k, increase your Citi payments. After payoff, split that amount in half half to savings, half to the next bill until you reach $4k in savings.
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    Should I Pay Off Personal Loan or High-Interest Credit First?

    1. Build a small emergency fund: $1k or one month of bills. 2. Aggressively pay off personal loan. 3. Redirect the personal loan payment, plus any extra funds, to the credit card. Stop using the card immediately and close it once paid.
  30. frenzybytes

    Which Debt Should I Pay Off First for Optimal Savings?

    Prioritize paying off the $260 debt first, then tackle the $980 and $2700 debts next. Continue making minimum payments on the no-interest debt.
  31. frenzybytes

    In what order would you pay these debts off?

    Lending Club demands high payments, and Chase charges high interest. However, your multiple 0% promo cards are a priority. If you don’t pay those off by the deadline, the interest will surge, costing you more in the long run. Prioritize paying those off immediately.
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