Best calculators before you send an extra card payment
Months to clear, interest left, and whether the extra cash should hit the card or another loan.
A $5,000 balance at 22% APR with $150 a month takes about 49 months and costs about $2,300 in interest.
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A $5,000 balance at 22% APR with $150 a month takes about 49 months and costs about $2,300 in interest.
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Frequently asked questions
What should I calculate before an extra card payment?
Months to payoff at the current payment, then the same with extra principal, then debt-to-income if you are applying for a mortgage.
Is the minimum payment ever enough?
It is enough to stay current. It is rarely the cheapest way to clear the balance.
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