Be Smart About Paying Off Debt

Be Smart About Paying Off Debt
Cashing out your retirement plan to pay off a car isn't a good idea. RetroClipArt/Shutterstock
Dave Ramsey
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Dear Dave,

Should I cash in my 401(k) to pay off my car? I have just enough in the account to pay off the car and free up money in my budget.

Dave Ramsey
Dave Ramsey
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Dave Ramsey is CEO of Ramsey Solutions, host of "The Dave Ramsey Show," and author of best-sellers including “The Total Money Makeover.” Follow Dave at DaveRamsey.com and on Twitter @DaveRamsey.
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