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Avalanche vs. Snowball — exact dollars, exact dates. No signup.
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Avalanche
Target the highest APR first. Every extra dollar attacks your most expensive debt — mathematically optimal, saves the most in interest.
Snowball
Target the smallest balance first. Smaller debts disappear quickly, building momentum — works well for motivation.
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