13 Ways to Get Out of Debt 13 Ways to Get Out of Debt It's so tough to get ahead while you owe other people money. Here's how you fix it. This story originally appeared on NewRetirement. In 2020, Fidelity reported that the majority of people who were making financial resolutions for the new year wanted to achieve a debt-free life. While fortunes have shifted during the coronavirus pandemic, it is still a very worthy goal. Not sure how to get out of debt? You have options. Don’t play tug of war with your money. Get out of debt and align your finances on your side!