Debt Reduction Amortization Calculator

This debt reduction calculator figures how long it will take to get out of debt and how much money and time you save by adding a fixed amount of additional money to every payment. ...show more instructions

How Long Will It Take To Get Out Of Debt By Adding Extra Money To Your Payments?

Sick and tired of living with debt?

Ready to get out of debt?

While you might find it difficult to imagine actually paying off your debt, the good news is you really can. Many others just like you have done so already.

Not only can you get out of debt, but you can get out faster and at a lower cost by adding additional principal to every payment. The results of this strategy defy intuition, but this Debt Reduction Calculator makes the math easy by showing you exactly how how long it will take you to get out of debt. It will also show you how much money and time you'll save by contributing extra principal with every payment.

Are you concerned about how you'll find all that extra money to put toward debt? It's easier than you think, and I'll show you how below. . . .

Use Your Extras

The fact that you can still afford to buy the latest gadget every time a new version arrives is proof that you have more than you need. These extra resources can be used toward your debt payments.

Seriously, every purchasing decision is a choice between the continuing burden of debt because of excess consumption versus taking one step closer to freedom.

Idea: Every time you're about to justify a purchase that you know you don't need, take that amount and put it toward your debt instead.

By increasing awareness of your spending decisions and discovering ways you can save, you'll never be sorry for the purchases you do make.

Be Wary, Not Sorry

Start by looking at the way you spend your extra resources. Make a list like this:

• Spend $70 every week at the bowling alley.
• Cable TV costs $120 and could be cut.
• Eating out occurs without entering it into your budget.
• And on and on . . . .

If you're married, writing down ways you can cut expenses can help you both brainstorm excellent ways to save. If you're single, do the same and keep a record of your savings for future reference.

Missing a treat or two won’t hurt you, but it will put you in a position to enjoy a better life in the future.

Calculate, Cut, Curb

Being wary fits into your overall debt reduction plan of calculating, cutting, and curbing.

Calculate the amount of money you can set aside each month. Then use this Debt Reduction Calculator to simulate adding this amount to your existing loan payment, and “Calculate Debt Reduction Savings.” This will motivate you to continue when you see how small additions to principal compound into huge savings over time.

By simply adding $100 – as an example – to your payment every month, not only will the interest cost come down, but your repayment time shortens as well. This provides the added benefit or reducing worry and stress. Go ahead and dream of a time when you are debt-free, and let that vision for a better future motivate you to persist.

For example, a walk in the park is equally as enjoyable as throwing bowling balls at the alley. A backyard barbecue with friends is much more pleasurable, enjoyable, and affordable than an expensive meal out. Going through your already overflowing wardrobe may spark an idea that you can use to set up a fashion trend of your own. An update of your existing gadget may not be necessary after all.

In short, cchange the way you think about having fun, and you can dramatically reduce your spending without feeling any sense of sacrifice.

Curb spending habits and form better behavioral patterns. Over time you'll gain momentum, and find that cutting back on spending comes more naturally than before. Starting is the most difficult part!

Maintain Your Extra Debt Reduction Payments

After you start your debt reduction plan, there are a number of ways you can maintain it:

• Continue with a budget – Budgets reveal your overall spending, allowing you to make sure your extra money is going toward the right place – debt!
• Create a payment schedule – The Debt Reduction Calculator allows you to create a printable amortization schedule so you can track your progress. This will help you track if your payments are in line with your plan.
• Get accountability – Ask a close friend or family member to call you once a month to ensure you're on track. The added pressure will encourage you to persist until your debt is completely paid off.

Remember: Paying off debt doesn't come easy. Companies litter our mailboxes with credit card applications and messages that makes debt seem like a friend, not a foe. You're going to need some encouragement.

If you're in serious debt, it's time to get out, and this free Debt Reduction Calculator can show you the fastest path forward – providing both money and time savings.

Start putting extra money toward your debt today, and you'll be on the path to building wealth before you know it.

Debt Reduction Terms & Definitions

• Amount Owed – The outstanding amount you owe to your creditor.
• Annual Interest Rate – The annual percentage interest paid for borrowing money.
• Payment Amount – The amount you regularly pay for your debts.
• Current Payoff Term – The number of months that you are supposed to pay your debts.
• Revised Payoff Term – The reduced number of months after calculating based on your revised payment.
• Current Interest Cost – The total amount of interest charged for your debts.
• Revised Interest Cost – The modified amount of interest charged for your debts after revising your payment.
• Total Interest Savings – The total amount of interest that you can save after calculating based on your revised payments.
• Savings – The total amount that you can save after calculating based on your revised payments.
• Extra Payment Return on Investment – The guaranteed, tax-free, average annual return for making an extra payment.