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Mapping Your Debt: Individual and Joint Obligations

The first step in gaining financial freedom is a clear, honest assessment of everything you owe. Whether you manage finances separately or as a couple, listing every liability ensures there are no "financial surprises."

How to use this worksheet: Gather your most recent statements. If you are in a partnership, have each person fill out their own list, then identify which debts are "Ours" (jointly held) to determine your total household liability.
Debt Description Monthly Payment Total Balance Due
Priority/Secured Debt
Mortgage or Monthly Rent
Auto Loan 1
Auto Loan 2
Education & Personal Loans
Student Loan(s)
Personal/Consolidation Loan
Credit Cards & Lines of Credit
Visa / Mastercard
American Express / Discover
Department Store Card
Gas / Retail Card
Other Obligations
Medical Bills
Back Taxes (IRS/State)
TOTALS $ $

Compare and Coordinate

Once the worksheet is complete, discuss the results. If you are managing debt as a couple, decide on a repayment strategy—such as the Debt Avalanche (paying the highest interest rate first) or the Debt Snowball (paying the smallest balance first) to build momentum.

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