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Compare debt consolidation
Options for simplifying multiple balances
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Consolidation replaces several balances with one. It helps when the new total cost is genuinely lower and spending behaviour stays the same — otherwise it moves debt rather than reducing it.
Side-by-side comparison
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What to weigh before you apply
Compare total cost to your current path
A longer term at a lower rate can still cost more overall. Run both numbers before switching.
Know the option types
Consolidation loans, balance-transfer cards, and debt-management or settlement programs have very different risks and credit consequences.
Be cautious with settlement
Programs that ask you to stop paying creditors can cause serious credit damage and tax consequences. Read every disclosure.
Common questions
- Will consolidating hurt my credit?
- Effects vary by method. A new loan adds an inquiry and a new account; closing paid-off cards can change utilization. Outcomes are individual.
- Is a nonprofit credit counselor an option?
- Many consumers start with an accredited nonprofit credit-counseling agency for a free review of their situation.