You can use 0% Credit card balance transfers to legitimately repay debt. A major benefit of choosing to repay debt like this is that after paying any setup charges for the balance transfer no extra fees are due as long as the balance is repaid or transferred elsewhere before the end of introductory period.
A second major advantage of this kind of credit agreement is that you can vary the amount repaid each month to suit your personal budget. I’d always suggest repaying the highest amount you can afford so the debt reduces as fast as possible however if you need to reduce payments in certain months then the option is available. You may choose to pay less if you need the money elsewhere for example paying higher interest debts.
By repaying debts using this option you can decide which debts incur higher interest and repay them first. Try to select a credit card company that offers an introductory rate of 0% and transfer as much debt as possible allowing you to focus on repaying any other more expensive debts first. This will ensure your debts cost you less in the longer term.
You should remember a number of critical points if you choose to reduce your debts using credit card balance transfers. Most importantly remember to make at least the minimum amount due on time. Failure to do this will most probably incur extra charges and end your introductory balance transfer rate. Always make payments in plenty of time or again you could be charged and lose the introductory rate. If you cannot make the minimum payment on time contact the credit card company before the payment is due and explain your reasons why the payment will be late.
Another rule to remember is to pay the higher interest debts first. If you have additional forms of credit that are at a higher rate of interest concentrate your repayments on these to reduce your overall cost of borrowing. Once you have repaid the most expensive debt move onto the next most expensive and so on until your debt is repaid.
Always try to remember to always pay as much as possible from your debt. Your starting balance transfer rate won’t last forever and the sooner you can repay the debt the sooner you can forget about it. Try to not add additional spending to your credit card as these will be charged at a higher rate of interest than the balance transfer and it will increase the amount of debt you need to repay.
Make a note of the length of the introductory period of the credit card balance transfer. As you get closer to this expiry date look around for new credit card deals and make plans to transfer the remaining balance. Don’t panic if a company turns you down as there are lots of credit card companies available offering introductory balance transfer rates. Arrange to transfer the balance automatically to your new card and then cut up your old card. You’ll have to pay an arrangement fee for the balance transfer so the smaller your balance the better.
Make sure you set a budget and avoid easy credit for new purchases. If you continue to spend money via easy credit you will eventually face painful bankruptcy procedures. Depending on the size of your debts it is possible to repay them using this method. Remain positive and avoid any additional spending on credit cards, it may take a while but you will eventually be debt free. I was in debt for several years before successfully using this method to clear my debts and live a live free of debt.