How to pay off $10,000 in credit card debt
At 24% APR, $10,000 builds up about $200 of interest every month. Here's how long it takes at different payments:
| Payment | Time | Interest |
|---|---|---|
| $250/mo | 6 years 10 months | $10,319 |
| $400/mo | 3 years 0 months | $4,001 |
| $600/mo | 1 years 9 months | $2,287 |
The plan
- Stop new charges. Remove the card from wallets and apps.
- Pick a fixed monthly payment you can keep up.
- If your credit qualifies, compare a 0% balance transfer or a credit-union consolidation loan.
- Put every windfall (tax refund, bonus) straight onto the balance.
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Not financial advice. These tools are for planning only. Numbers are illustrative; your lender's statements control.