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Strategic Minimum Payments: Interest Math

Credit card 2% minimum on $10K = $200/month = 5-year payoff at 21% APR = $5,670 total interest—increase to $300/month = 3.5 years = $3,500 interest = $2,170 saved. Every $100 extra saves $600-1,000...

Editorial Team February 25, 2026

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Strategic Minimum Payments: Interest Math

Credit card 2% minimum on $10K = $200/month = 5-year payoff at 21% APR = $5,670 total interest—increase to $300/month = 3.5 years = $3,500 interest = $2,170 saved. Every $100 extra saves $600-1,000 in interest on large balances

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*Key Metrics: Strategic Minimum Payments | Timeline: 20-25 mins | Effort: Minimal | ROI: $600-2,170*

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