Debt Reduction Calculator
Enter your debts below with what you are actually paying each month. Compare snowball and avalanche strategies to see which approach saves you the most time and money. Use mortgage mode for Canadian mortgages with semi-annual compounding.
Your Debts
$42,500
$830/mo
$265/mo
Total monthly: $1,030 (actual payments + extra)
| Current no rollup | Minimums Only IO + avalanche rollup | Accelerated avalanche + extra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Payment | $830 | $265 | $1,030 |
| Extra to Strategy | $0 | $765 | $200 |
| Time to Debt-Free | 8y | 4y 5m | 5y 8m |
| Total Interest | $8,737 | $5,350 | $6,262 |
| Interest Saved | — | $3,387 | $2,475 |
| Time Saved | — | 3y 7m | 2y 4m |
| # | Debt | Balance | Rate | Term | Your Pmt | Cascade | Total Pmt | Paid Off |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Credit Card | $5,500 | 19.99% | Rev. | $200 | +$200 | $400 | Yr 1.3 |
| 2 | Car Loan | $15,000 | 6.5% | 60 mo | $350 | +$400 | $750 | Yr 3.0 |
| 3 | Student Loan | $22,000 | 5% | 120 mo | $280 | +$750 | $1,030 | Yr 5.7 |
Using the Avalanche cascade, you reach student loan payoff with $1,030/mo, slashing 2.3 years and $2,475 in interest vs. current payments.
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Schedule a ConversationThis calculator is for illustrative purposes only. Results are estimates based on the inputs provided and assume consistent payments and fixed interest rates. Mortgage calculations use Canadian semi-annual compounding as required by law. Actual results will vary. This is not financial advice. Please consult with a licensed professional before making financial decisions.