Double your deposit in half the time - Part 2
This week, we provide you with Nila Sweeney's 2nd valuable tip to help you save:
Manage your debts
There is no doubting the convenience of credit cards when you are running a little short. They're handy to use and accepted almost everywhere. While it's surprising just how easy it is to get one, it's not so surprising to understand that there are a lot of people out there that cannot manage and reasonably afford to use a credit card.
But do you really need one? If so, how many are you using? And what about personal loans, car loans and interest free purchases? Face it, without credit you wouldn't own half the stuff you do but on the plus side, think about how much bigger your deposit would be if you hadn't spent all that money on consumer goods.
Remember, you can't save effectively if you are paying off debts. So cut down on those credit cards, consolidate your debts and do everything you can to become debt free.
Stay tuned for part 3 of Nila's handy tips to help you save.
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Source of article: https://www.yourmortgage.com.au/home-loan-guide/double-your-deposit-in-half-the-time/77846/
Source of image: http://blog.nasafcu.com/2015/06/paying-student-loans/
