Danny Stewart got his first credit card after he graduated. Paying for Ubers, games, and getting to friends' weddings got him to $10,000 in debt.
Danny Stewart.
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Danny Stewart paid off $10,000 in credit card debt by moving back in with his parents.
With strategic budgeting and help from a friend, he regained control of his finances and moved out.
His financial goals now include buying a house and repaying his student loans within seven years.
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