If you’ve been struggling to break free from credit card debt––you’re in the right place. In this episode, we’re replaying one of our most commonly requested topics: credit card debt. We’ll uncover how sneaky interest rates can chip away at your hard-earned money every single day and explore powerful strategies to help you tackle that high-interest debt so you can finally breathe easy.

As someone who’s dedicated to helping women save money, invest, and feel financially confident, I firmly believe that understanding your debt is the first crucial step in breaking free from it. When we take back control of our finances, we collectively fight the patriarchy—by making ourselves richer, savvier, and fully in control of our money. 

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00:00 Intro

00:48 Understanding credit card debt

02:26 How debt and interest work

07:20 Strategies for paying off debt

08:32 Using credit cards responsibly

14:53 Emergency funds vs. debt payoff

19:16 Debt payoff methods: snowball vs. avalanche

22:36 The role of personal loans

32:30 Setting financial goals and staying motivated

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