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Debt snowball vs avalanche

Compare payoff strategies across debts.

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TRANSPARENT CALCULATION

Formula & method

Monthly interest = balance × APR ÷ 12

Snowball targets the smallest balance; avalanche targets the highest APR. Both roll freed payments into the next debt.

Assumptions

  • Inputs remain in your browser and are not saved.
  • Rates are converted to the payment frequency shown.
  • Results are rounded for display; internal calculations retain precision.
WORKED EXAMPLE

Example calculation

Example

Avalanche usually minimises interest; snowball may deliver earlier motivational wins.

Important

Educational estimates only — not financial, tax or legal advice.