Kapanlagi.com - Paying off debt has become an obligation. Borrowing often becomes someone's way of fulfilling their needs. However, borrowing should not be made a habit. Because accumulated debt will make the situation more difficult. There are specific tips on how to pay off debt, especially if the debt has accumulated.
Yes, paying off debt is not an easy matter. In addition to the obligation to pay off debt, we still have various needs that must also be fulfilled. That is why specific tips are needed so that accumulated debt can be paid off quickly and living needs can still be met.
Reported from liputan6.com, here are some ways to pay off accumulated debt.
1. Build Commitment
The most fundamental thing you need to do to pay off debt is to build commitment. It may sound trivial, but commitment is very important. With strong commitment, you will be more disciplined and frugal in paying off debt. You will also be more protected from various things or temptations that may hinder the debt repayment process.
2. Create a Priority Scale List
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After commitment is established, you need to create a priority scale list of debts. Especially if you have accumulated debts. You can prioritize debts based on the amount and payment deadline. The goal is for you to know which debt needs to be resolved first. You can also allocate your income to repay the debt. The installment amount can be adjusted according to the amount of debt.
3. Don't Pay Debt by Borrowing
Never think of repaying debt by borrowing or the term "robbing Peter to pay Paul". This will not free you from debt problems. On the contrary, paying debt by borrowing can potentially create new debt. As a result, debt will continue to accumulate and you may become overwhelmed in resolving it.
4. Use Savings
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To settle debt, it is advisable to use savings. Debt is considered an urgent expense and there is an obligation to settle it. Therefore, it is not a problem if you use the savings that you have accumulated for a specific purpose. In addition to using long-term savings, you can also save or accumulate money by setting aside income.
5. Pawn Goods or Other Asset Sources
Not only using savings, if you have other asset sources, you can use them to pay off debt. You can pawn goods and redeem them when your financial condition is stable. In addition, you can also sell unused items or liquidate investments if you have any. You can do this debt repayment method in urgent situations.
6. Pay in Installments
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As mentioned earlier, besides paying off debt, we also need to meet our needs. This will make the situation relatively more difficult. However, you don't need to panic. You can pay off the debt in installments. Of course, it depends on the agreement with the lender. Try to arrange the installment amount as much as possible, adjust it to the income and daily needs that must be met. So, the debt is paid off and the needs are still fulfilled.
Those are some ways to pay off debt that you can try. After paying off the debt, make sure to be wiser in managing your finances.
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