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Snowball vs. Avalanche Comparison

Compare two popular debt-payoff strategies. Snowball pays the smallest balance first; Avalanche pays the highest-interest debt first.

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Your results

Snowball finishes first (or ties)

Snowball

Best fit depends on your goal

Snowball (smallest balance first)

Time to debt-free52 months
Total interest$2,519

Avalanche (highest APR first)

Time to debt-free52 months
Total interest$2,519

Snowball can build motivation with quick wins; Avalanche usually saves more interest. Choose what keeps you consistent.

Assumptions: Both strategies pay all minimums plus an extra amount directed at one debt at a time. Results assume fixed balances and rates.

Results are estimates for educational purposes only. They are not legal or financial advice and do not guarantee any particular outcome. Actual figures depend on your specific circumstances, interest rates, and state law.

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