December Debt Goal: Pay Off Auto Loan

Last month I started a new goal to put all my extra money and focus into paying off my car loan.

I was concerned I would get off track this month because of the holiday spending and traveling.

But I’m still on track and made my regular double payment.

 

Previous Balance – $7,750.50

I’ll become completely debt free by the end of 2012. And every extra penny I make this year, will go towards this goal (knock on wood).

I get a weekly update from ReadyForZero that lets me know if I’m still on schedule and how I’m progressing with my goals. I love this feature!

debt goal pay off auto loan

 

 

 

 

Progress and Payments

I made a little extra money this month, but most of it went to gifts. A few other income sources are pending so I’ll get paid in January.

Regular double payment – $630

Extra principle – $0

Here’s a screenshot of my progress using the ReadyForZero debt payoff software.

debt goal auto loan progress

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

New Loan Balance – $7,148.83

The daily interest rate last month was $0.74 a day and now it’s down to $0.68 a day. It’s not a huge difference, but every little bit I save, I don’t have to pay to the bank.

If you’re interested in finding out more about the ReadyForZero software click here to see how it all works.

Please share your tips for staying motivated when working towards a goal.

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Carrie Smith is the genius behind the Careful Cents personal finance blog. She’s a Certified Bookkeeper and Financial writer. She’s also a career junkie, social media addict, debt hater, food lover and overall nerd.

  • http://debtfreebythirty.net Niki

    Ready For Zero looks like a fun way to spend a day. <– Nerdy thing to say.

    • http://carefulcents.com Carrie Smith

      Oh totally! I love poking around the site and adjusting my payments. It’s addicting lol