# 7 Ways to Pay Off Credit Cards Faster – Cut the Rate, Shrink the Balance

- Source: Money Crashers
- Published: 2026-10-21T11:45:00+00:00
- Category: Markets
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Every dollar you charge adds back a dollar you just paid, so put everyday spending on a debit card or cash until the balance is gone. The moves below that cut your rate each need approval from a card issuer... Source

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