S1 Ep4: Episode 4: Demystifying Debt
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S1 Ep4: Episode 4: Demystifying Debt
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About this listen
Host: Sarah Poynton-Ryan, Investor, Business Owner, and Money Educator
Episode Summary: In this episode of Money Mechanics, Sarah dives deep into the often misunderstood world of debt. Drawing from her personal experience of clearing £60,000 of debt in 2015, Sarah shares practical strategies to tackle both "good" and "bad" debt. She debunks the myths surrounding debt, explaining how it can be a tool for growth when managed correctly, and guides you on the journey to financial freedom.
Key Topics Covered:
- Good Debt vs. Bad Debt: Understand the difference between debt that builds wealth (like a mortgage on a rental property) and debt that drains your resources (like credit cards or car loans).
- Debt Repayment Strategies: Learn about the Avalanche and Snowball methods of debt repayment, with tips on choosing the best one for your situation.
- Avoiding New Debt: Why creating an emergency fund is essential to prevent future debt, and how to prioritise paying off high-interest debt first.
- Automating Your Finances: Sarah shares her favourite automation tools (shoutout to Monzo!) to keep you on track without having to think about it.
- Tracking Your Progress: Why it’s crucial to stay aware of your spending and debt situation – avoiding the temptation to "look away" from the numbers.
- Chapter 4 of Sarah's book Money Mechanics: A deep dive into the differences between good and bad debt.
- Budget Tracker: Download Sarah’s budget tracker from her website https://www.sarahpoynton.com/budgettracker
- YouTube Video: Watch Sarah’s video tutorial on using the budget tracker to take control of your finances
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