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Debt Avalanche vs. Snowball

Enter your debts once and see both strategies run side by side — what each costs, how long each takes, and which one gets you a win the soonest.

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Your debts

List everything you owe. Balance and APR are on your latest statement — an estimate is fine to start.

Debt 1
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Debt 2
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Debt 3
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Total owed: $35,200

Your extra payment

Anything you can put toward debt beyond the minimums. This is the number that does the heavy lifting.

$

Even $50 a month changes the math.

Total monthly payment

$985

$685 in minimums plus your extra.

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Debt Avalanche vs. Snowball: Which Method Actually Gets You Out of Debt?

The math says one. Your brain might need the other. Here's an honest breakdown of both debt payoff strategies—with real numbers—so you can pick the one you'll actually stick with.

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A quick, important note

This tool assumes fixed interest rates, fixed minimum payments, and that you make every payment on time. Real cards adjust minimums as balances fall, and promotional rates expire — treat these results as a plan, not a prediction.

This calculator produces estimates for educational purposes only. It is not financial, investment, tax, or legal advice, and it cannot account for everything going on in your life. Your actual results will differ.

Before acting on anything you see here, consider talking with a qualified professional who can look at your full picture. See our full disclaimer for the details.

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