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Debt payoff calculator
Enter what you owe and what you can pay. See the exact date your balance hits zero — and how much faster you'd get there with a small extra payment.
Your debt
YOUR ESTIMATE
DEBT-FREE IN
4y 8m
Add an extra payment to shorten this.
TOTAL INTEREST
$5,500
INTEREST SAVED
$0
MONTHS SAVED
0 mo
BALANCE
$8,500
Soft inquiry · no impact to your credit.
Estimates only. Assumes a fixed APR and a fixed monthly payment. Real-world balances may change as APRs adjust or new charges post.
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Frequently asked questions
How does this debt payoff calculator work?
It uses the standard amortization formula. Given a starting balance, an APR, and a fixed monthly payment, it calculates how many months until the balance hits zero and how much of your total payments goes to interest vs principal.
What if my minimum payment won't pay off the balance?
If your payment barely covers monthly interest, the balance shrinks very slowly or not at all. The calculator caps payoff at 50 years and flags this case — it usually means you need to increase the payment or consolidate.
How much should I add as an extra payment?
Even $25–$100 a month on top of the minimum can cut years off a credit card payoff. Try a few amounts and watch how the months-to-debt-free number drops.
Does paying extra hurt my credit?
No. Extra payments lower your balance faster, which lowers your credit utilization — typically one of the biggest positive factors for your credit score.
