As you leave college life behind, youre probably carrying a lot more around with you than just a shiny new diploma. If youre like most college grads, youre carrying the burden of credit card debtlots of it. In fact, the average college graduate leaves school with over $2,000 in credit card debt.
Sure, some of it might still be from the spring break trip your junior year, but most of it was probably racked up from school-related costs such as textbooks, school supplies, and food. No matter, debt is debt, and the worst kind of debt is from credit cards. You need to get rid of it as soon as you can. We know funds are tight, but by setting yourself up a payment plan, you too can quickly eliminate credit card debt.
Do more than just the minimum
With interest rates on credit card balances ranging as high as 18 to 23 percent, credit card companies would love for you just to pay the minimum amount every month. If you do this, the interest keeps compounding, and the credit card company keeps getting fatter as your debt rises. Put them on a diet; pay at least double the minimum every month on your balance. In a crunch? Who isnt? Cut out a few of lifes everyday...