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Strategy6 min read

Debt Avalanche vs Snowball: Which Method Actually Saves You More?

We ran the math on 1,000 real debt profiles. The results might surprise you: and change which method you choose.

Jan 28, 2026Read More →
Subscriptions4 min read

The 2026 Subscription Audit: 11 Services Most People Forget They're Paying For

We analyzed 50,000 subscription lists. These 11 services show up most often as "unused": costing an average of $287/year.

Feb 4, 2026Read More →
Analytics5 min read

The Interest Bleed Calculation That Will Change How You See Debt

Turn your APR into a daily dollar cost. Seeing your debt charge you $8.67 every single day has a way of motivating action.

Feb 11, 2026Read More →
Education7 min read

What Does a Financial Health Score of 42 Actually Mean?

Breaking down the five components of the DebtMirror score: and which one has the biggest impact on your number.

Feb 18, 2026Read More →
Strategy5 min read

The $200 Experiment: How One Extra Payment Per Month Changes Everything

An extra $200/month toward $25,000 in debt. We ran the simulation. The difference is bigger than you think.

Feb 22, 2026Read More →
Psychology4 min read

Why Sharing Your Debt Journey Publicly Accelerates Payoff

The psychology of accountability in finance. Why people who post their progress pay off 34% faster.

Feb 25, 2026Read More →