I Paid Off £11k of Debt in 10 Months - Here’s How I Did It

I Paid Off £11k of Debt in 10 Months - Here’s How I Did It

Author: The Finance Han April 2, 2025 Duration: 25:32

In this kick-off episode of The Finance Han Podcast, Hannah spills all the tea about how she climbed out of £11k of debt in less than a year - no quick fixes or millionaire mindset scams, just real talk about changing your money habits.

She gets honest about budgeting (yes, it sounds boring, but it's sexier than you think!), breaks down debt repayment strategies that actually work, and shares how simple lifestyle tweaks can turn your finances around

You'll also hear why surrounding yourself with supportive people matters more than you think and how tools like journals or habit trackers can keep you accountable and focused. Hannah’s all about keeping it real - because financial freedom isn't just for finance bros; it's for all of us.


Key Takeaways:

  • Meet Hannah and learn why she's passionate about empowering Gen Z and millennials to take control of their finances.
  • Discover what made Hannah finally tackle her £11k debt.
  • Understand why snowball and avalanche debt repayment methods are Hannah-approved.
  • Learn why budgeting and expense tracking aren't optional—they're essential.
  • Find out how your everyday choices, like impulse buying, shape your financial future.
  • Get practical tips for slashing unnecessary spending without feeling miserable.
  • Consider selling items you no longer need as a powerful way to boost debt repayments.
  • Hear why a strong support system can make or break your financial journey.
  • Explore accountability hacks, from journaling to habit tracking, that keep you on track.
  • Be inspired to take proactive, achievable steps towards your own financial freedom.

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There's a gap between the polished, often unrealistic world of financial advice and the messy reality of actually managing your money. The Finance Han Podcast exists squarely in that space, built on the belief that relatable stories are more powerful than abstract principles. Hosted by someone who knows the struggle firsthand-having paid off £11,000 of debt in under a year before moving into investing-this show trades distant expert lectures for grounded conversations. You'll hear from people who have genuinely reshaped their financial lives, discussing not just their successes but the missteps and mindset shifts that made change possible. It’s a blend of education and personal narrative, focusing on practical steps that feel attainable rather than aspirational. This podcast is for anyone tired of being told to simply cut out small pleasures by voices that don’t understand their circumstances. Instead, each episode offers a dose of real-world perspective, demystifying topics from debt payoff strategies to beginning investing, all through the lens of lived experience. The goal isn't to preach a single path to wealth, but to provide a community and a collection of stories that prove financial control is possible, one practical, honest conversation at a time.
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