Brooke Eichenbaum, 29, is living frugally to pay off $166k in debt, including $137k in student loans and $29k in a car loan.<br /><br />Since graduating with a physical therapy degree, Brooke has cut costs by cooking 99% of her meals, avoiding new clothes, and opting for low-cost activities.<br /><br />She earns $5,500 a month, putting $2,000 toward her student loan and $500 toward her car.<br /><br />After three years, she has reduced her debt to $80k. Brooke’s tips for others: cook at home, avoid new clothes, plan free activities, and track spending.<br /><br />She hopes her story inspires others to take control of their finances.
