005: How I Paid Off My Student Loan Debt

Does it feel like you're being crushed by a pile of student loan debt that will never be paid off?In this episode of Clocking In, we're discussing all things related to student loans and how I paid off my $36 thousand dollars of student loan debt in two and a half years. Listen in as I share what I did, what I'd do differently, and my advice to those currently making payments on their student loans.Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Review the Show NotesWWhat Taking Out Loans Meant to Me (1:09)How I Paid Off Student Loans (6:30)1. Researched how my loan provider worked.2. Approach Spending with a No Spend Mindset3. Throw most of my income at the student loans (50-75%)What I'd Do Differently to Pay Off My Loans (10:30)1. Paid on school while I was in school.2. Get educated on loans.3. I wouldn’t have used the 6 month grace period.Advice for Creating a Repayment Plan (13:19)1. Use a loan calculator to see how much you’ll pay for your loan.2. Find out how much interest you’re gaining per day.3. Consider consolidation.4. Try a no-spend monthThree Women I’m cheering for This Week (13:04)Laylee EmadiMy Intern, VictoriaKatie SirhanLinks:gaffincreative.com5 Lessons My Mom Taught Me About MoneyReview the transcript at gaffincreative.com/005 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Om Podcasten

Clocking In is the podcast for podcasters, entrepreneurs, and professionals making their way in the working world, while building their own personal brand in the podcasting industry. If you're a podcaster (or even just dreaming about launching your own podcast someday), this podcast about podcasting was built to help you merge your love of conversation, education, and business. On this show, you'll discover essential tools for podcasters, whether you're just starting out or looking to grow your podcast. We cover everything from podcasting for beginners to advanced podcast strategy, offering podcasting tips that can help you at any stage of your journey. Learn about launching a podcast, developing a content plan, and monetizing a podcast effectively. Each episode is packed with podcasting education to empower you with the knowledge you need to succeed in the ever-evolving world of podcasting.If you've been asking yourself, "How can I grow my show?," this is the podcast for you! Join Haylee Gaffin each week to hear stories and advice on life, entrepreneurship, business, and podcasting! Haylee is the owner of Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs.This show is brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production agency for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about launching and growing your podcast with Gaffin Creative gaffincreative.com.Let's Connect:gaffincreative.cominstagram.com/hayleegaffin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.