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Juggling student loan payments while saving for a down payment on a house

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I've been paying off my student loans steadily for the past two years, but now I'm trying to save enough for a down payment on a house. My monthly loan payment is about $350, and on top of that, I have rent and basic living expenses that leave me with very little extra cash. I tried cutting back on dining out and switched to a cheaper phone plan, but the savings feel slow and the loan balance still feels overwhelming. I want to find a way to boost my savings rate without falling behind on loan payments or feeling like I'm depriving myself completely. Has anyone balanced aggressive savings goals with existing debt payments like this? What strategies worked for you to accelerate saving for a big purchase while managing ongoing debts?

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