
Crush Your Debt Faster
Understanding your debt is the first step to eliminating it. Use this interactive tool to visualize your path to financial freedom and get a specific payment plan.
1. Monthly Budget
We need this to calculate your extra payment power.
2. Your Debts
List all your current debts.
Please enter valid debt details (Balance > 0).
Your Freedom Plan
Adjust the sliders to see how extra payments impact your timeline.
Next Month’s Payment Plan
Based on your selected strategy, here is exactly how much you should pay towards each debt next month.
| Debt | Balance | Min Pay | + Extra Allocation | Suggested Payment |
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Balance Timeline
Where Your Money Goes
Understanding Your Debt Strategy
1 Snowball vs. Avalanche
The calculator supports two main strategies:
- Avalanche (Math Choice): Pay highest interest rate first. Saves the most money over time.
- Snowball (Psychology Choice): Pay smallest balance first. Builds momentum with quick wins.
2 Good Debt vs. Bad Debt
Not all debt is equal. Bad debt (Credit cards, high-interest personal loans) drains wealth and should be attacked aggressively. Good debt (some student loans) often has lower rates and can help build assets.
3 The DTI Ratio
Your Debt-to-Income (DTI) ratio is crucial. Lenders prefer a DTI below 36%. If your debt payments exceed 40-50% of your income, consider consolidation or speaking with a credit counselor.


