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Step 3 of 11 · Pay Off Debt With the Avalanche Method

Sort by APR descending

Sort by APR descending — step 3 of 11 in Pay Off Debt With the Avalanche Method. Highest interest rate at the top. That is your avalanche target. Highlight it.

Avalanche = math. Highest rate dies first.
Avalanche = math. Highest rate dies first.

Free personal finance tip: Sort by APR descending (step 3 of 11 from "Pay Off Debt With the Avalanche Method").

Highest interest rate at the top. That is your avalanche target. Highlight it.

If two APRs are equal, attack the larger balance first — or the one that stresses you more if you need momentum.

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  • Sorted by APR
  • Target #1 highlighted
  • Due dates visible

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