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Debt Avalanche Method

What Is the Debt Avalanche Method?

The debt avalanche is a repayment strategy where you pay off debts with the highest interest rate first.

This method minimizes total interest paid over time.

Why the Debt Avalanche Works

It focuses on:

  • Reducing interest costs
  • Maximizing efficiency
  • Shortening total repayment time

It is mathematically optimal but may feel slower emotionally.

Example

Debts:

  • Credit card at 24%
  • Personal loan at 10%
  • Auto loan at 6%

You attack the 24% debt first.

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