Okay, it’s apparent that even after our “Your Credit Card Bill - The Day after Christmas” article, some of you are still afraid of opening up your credit card bills. I will make a second attempt at pacifying our readers with advice on how to recover from last month’s colossal spending spree.
It’s not too late for a New Year’s resolution. Let’s make one together. This is the year that I will tackle my debt head on. Now say it with confidence! Let’s get started. Pick the bill with the lowest balance and pay it off first to gain some momentum. The next step is obvious: Stop charging your credit cards! Believe me, many spenders overlook this important step and of course the bill pile gets taller and the stress becomes greater.
If you are heavily in debt, there are a few options. You can seek help from a nonprofit, accredited credit counseling agency. They can take a look at your financial situation and find the most effective solution. You can also practice “need-based” shopping. Many frivolous purchases are things we want, not need. Separate the two in a list and post it on the refrigerator where you can be reminded every day. This will help you create a new, strict budget that will put you on the path to financial freedom. Now that you’re living the simple life, you will notice many unnecessary things around your home. Sell off unneeded items on Amazon.com, eBay or craigslist for some extra money- just remember you are NOT on these sites to shop! If you come up with an extra $100, put it toward the high interest rate credit cards first. Continue with the rest until all credit cards are paid off.
Since you have felt the desperation of sinking into the pool of debt, hopefully next year’s holiday spending habits will be different.
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