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Should I pay off my debt or save my money?

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HOW do you decide whether it’s better to save your money or use it to pay off your debt as fast as possible? Everybody’s financial situation is unique, and what works for you won’t necessarily work for someone else, but here are four questions to ask when thinking about servicing debt vs saving.

1DO YOU PAY A HIGH INTEREST RATE?

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