Master Your Debt Management

Learn proven strategies to eliminate debt faster, improve your credit score, and build a debt-free financial future.

Types of Debt

Understand different types of debt and prioritize which ones to pay off first.

Credit Card Debt

High-interest revolving debt that compounds quickly

Interest Rate:18-36% annually
Priority:Highest

Personal Loans

Unsecured loans with fixed repayment terms

Interest Rate:10-24% annually
Priority:High

Home Loans

Secured loans against property with tax benefits

Interest Rate:7-10% annually
Priority:Medium

Car Loans

Secured loans for vehicle purchases

Interest Rate:8-12% annually
Priority:Medium

Debt Elimination Strategies

Choose the right strategy based on your personality and financial situation.

Debt Snowball Method

Pay minimum on all debts, then extra on the smallest balance first

Pros

  • Quick psychological wins
  • Builds momentum
  • Easy to follow

Cons

  • May cost more in interest
  • Takes longer mathematically

Best For:

People who need motivation and quick wins

Debt Avalanche Method

Pay minimum on all debts, then extra on the highest interest rate first

Pros

  • Saves most money on interest
  • Mathematically optimal
  • Faster debt elimination

Cons

  • May take longer to see progress
  • Requires discipline

Best For:

People focused on saving money and comfortable with delayed gratification

Your Debt Freedom Action Plan

Follow these steps to create and execute your debt elimination strategy.

1

List all your debts with balances, interest rates, and minimum payments

2

Create a monthly budget to identify available funds for debt repayment

3

Choose between debt snowball or avalanche method

4

Stop using credit cards for new purchases

5

Consider debt consolidation if it reduces overall interest

6

Build a small emergency fund (₹10,000-25,000) to avoid new debt

7

Track progress monthly and celebrate milestones

Debt Management Tools

Calculate and plan your debt payoff strategy

Staying Debt-Free

Implement these strategies to avoid falling back into debt once you're free.

Emergency Fund

Build 3-6 months of expenses to avoid debt during emergencies

Budget Tracking

Monitor spending to live within your means

Automatic Savings

Set up automatic transfers to save before you spend

Credit Score Management

Maintain good credit to access better loan terms

Start Your Debt-Free Journey Today

Take control of your financial future by creating a solid debt elimination plan.