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6 Steps to Get Out of Debt and Stay Out of Debt Relieve yourself of the stress and worry of financial problems using these tips.

By Mark J. Kohler

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In this video, Entrepreneur Network partner Mark Kohler explains how to get out of debt and stay out of debt in six steps.

The first step is to make minimum payments on your credit cards. Don't try to get rid of credit card debt as quickly as you can and spend too much too quickly. Instead, make minimum payments and use your savings to create an emergency fund, which should be at least $500 but can be as much as you can afford.

That way, if you have an emergency, you'll be using your savings rather than putting more debt onto your credit cards.

Click play to learn why this is important and to learn the other five steps to ridding yourself of debt for good.

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Mark J. Kohler

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Author, Attorney and CPA

Mark Kohler, M.PR.A., C.P.A., J.D., is a highly respected Founding and Senior Partner at KKOS Lawyers, specializing in tax, legal, wealth, estate, and asset protection planning. With a reputation as a YouTube personality, best-selling author, and national speaker, Kohler is dedicated to guiding clients through complex legal and financial landscapes to achieve their American Dream. He also serves as the co-founder and Board Member of the Directed IRA Trust Company and has launched the Main Street Certified Tax Advisor Program to train CPAs and Enrolled Agents nationwide. As the co-host of The Main Street Business Podcast and The Directed IRA Podcast, he simplifies intricate topics like legal and tax strategy, asset protection, retirement, investing, and wealth growth. Mark Kohler's commitment to helping entrepreneurs and small business owners attain success and financial security has made him a trusted expert in the field, benefiting countless individuals and businesses in navigating the financial and business world with confidence.

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