22/05/2026
This graphic is a powerful reminder that “minimum repayments” can come at a massive long-term cost.
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On a $2,500 debt at 19% interest:
• Paying only the minimum could take over 38 years and cost more than $10,000
• Increasing repayments to $75/month cuts repayment time to under 4 years
• Paying $100/month reduces total interest even further and clears the debt in under 3 years
Small increases in repayments can make a dramatic difference to both the time spent in debt and the total interest paid.
Budgeting isn’t just about reducing spending — it’s about creating enough breathing room to get ahead financially rather than staying stuck in a cycle of repayments.