I have a $56K credit card debt and want to make my $22K bonus check count. How do I use it to pay off my debt faster?

Whether from student debt, excess spending or general hardship, many people find themselves facing massive amounts of credit card debt at or beyond midlife. It can catch up quickly and deeply impact your day-to-day life. Imagine the example of Jordan. At 49 she’s received a bonus check from her sales commissions of $22,000 after taxes, but she also carries significant consumer debt — $56,000 combined on her three credit cards to be specific. Must Read Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord ...