How to Eliminate Credit Card Debt
Bella Breakdown Are you weighed down by credit card bills? In part three of Real Simple’s get-out-of-debt series, learn insider strategies for zeroing out even a sky–high balance. You owe it to yourself. 1. Target just one card first. 2. Ask creditors for lower interest rates. 3. Transfer your balance. 4. Use a peer-to-peer lender. 5. Make two minimum payments each...
The Savvy Girl’s Guide to Digging Out of Debt
Bella Breakdown Big or small, debt can be a heavy burden. Here are some ways to dig out of debt and tips to help you stay afloat and improve your finances, your credit and your peace of mind. In 2008, during the financial crisis, many families were hit very hard. Some people were able to use credit cards to pay for things because they had such good credit. Many did this just to stay afloat after losing their jobs. People used to them to buy groceries, pay medical insurance, and to pay their mortgage. However, eventually the credit runs...
