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Debt Snowball vs. Avalanche

Two popular ways to pay off multiple debts faster. Enter your debts and an extra monthly amount — we'll compare both and show which is faster and which saves the most interest. Free, no signup.

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Add your debts above. Avalanche targets the highest interest rate first (saves the most money); snowball targets the smallest balance first (quick wins that keep you going).

Which method should you pick?

Both methods pay the minimum on every debt, then throw every extra dollar at one target debt. When that debt is gone, its whole payment rolls onto the next — the "snowball" effect. The only difference is which debt you target first.

This tool is educational and uses fixed rates and a constant monthly budget. Real cards have variable APRs, fees, and changing minimums. It does not pull your credit or guarantee any outcome.

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