Strategy Spotlight: Snowball vs Avalanche, Powered by Algorithms
Algorithms compare avalanche and snowball approaches using your balances, rates, and behavior. Many recommend hybrids: smallest balances first for motivation, then highest APRs for efficiency. The best plan maintains momentum without costing extra.
Strategy Spotlight: Snowball vs Avalanche, Powered by Algorithms
Progress bars, payoff calendars, and projected interest graphs make invisible gains visible. Watching expected debt-free dates move closer after each payment turns abstract discipline into emotionally satisfying milestones worth celebrating.