Sunday, November 30, 2008

15 Ways to Eliminate Your Debts

Although difficult to imagine, it is relatively easy to practice debt elimination methods, specially if you are committed enough to get rid of your debts.  The problem is that getting into debt is easy, while getting out of debt is relatively hard.  But with a little hard work and some discipline, you can once and for all be free from your mountain of debt.

If you are on the search for possible methods that you can do to get rid of your escalating debt then here are some processes that you can practice:

1.    Get rid of your credit cards and use cash in all of your purchases.  Use your debit card instead.

2.    Spend on needs and not on wants.  You need A/C and heating, you do not need a new big screen TV.

3.    Spend lesser than the amount that you earn.  The ultimate debt elimination principle.  The only way you can get out of debt is to spend less than you make. 

4.    Deal with your liabilities; do not run away from them because you do not have any option but to face them.  Take responsibility for what you owe.  Talk to your credit card companies and work out a settlement.

5.    If you come across extra money then grab the opportunity to turn them into an emergency fund.

6.    Seek the help of debt elimination expert so you will be guided.  Get several debt settlement quotes before deciding on a company to go with.

7.    Avoid eating outside since they can add up to your debt.  Fast food is not healthy and not cheap. 

8.    Do not spend too much for entertainment. Look for alternative.  Go to the park and play.  Go to the library instead of buying new books.

9.    If you are bored then keep yourself busy since an idle person will most likely spend to please himself.

10.    Look for upcoming expenses to avoid getting loan at all times.

11.    Stick with your budget no matter what.  Try to barter for services you need instead of spending money.

12.    Ask your family to join you in your goal of tightening your belt.

13.    Recognize spending probabilities.

14.    Live a simple life.  Happiness does not come from possessions, it comes from friends and family who love you and share happy experiences with you.

15.    Keep on trying.  If you slip off your debt elimination road, get back on and start again. 

You see, methods for debt elimination are simple. You merely have to recognize those aspects when you need to spend or stop from spending.

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