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Stuck in Debt? Try Debt Consolidating for the Following Reasons

December 18, 2024 by Susan Paige

No one likes taking debt without having the intention of paying it back. However, financial situations can change for the worse. In this case, you may run from one credit card to another, racking up debts–to pay Peter from Paul. Many people wrestle with the same beast, and in these situations, debt consolidation can be a lifesaver.

Debt consolidation provides a practical way to simplify your financial life by rolling multiple debts into a single payment. With the right approach and, perhaps, an experienced debt consolidation agent to guide you, this strategy can lower your monthly payments and cut down sky-high interest rates. 

How Can Consolidating Debt be Your Financial Saver?

Consolidating debt works by replacing a dozen different payment deadlines with just one. Debt consolidation is especially beneficial if you’ve got credit card debt, personal loans or medical bills clamoring for your attention.

For example, let’s say you have four credit cards totalling $20,000 in credit with a 23% average annual interest rate. You would need to pay approximately $1,048 per month for two years to reduce the balance to zero. In addition, you would have to pay $4,601 in interest during this period.

However, if you consolidated the loan into a lower interest rate card or a loan at 11% per year, you would pay almost $933  with an interest rate of $2,157 in the same two years.

So, instead of keeping up with multiple creditors, you take out one loan or sign up for a debt consolidation program to cover everything. It could be through a personal loan, a balance transfer credit card or a reputable company like Symple Lending, which specializes in helping people with multiple debts breathe easier.

The perks include but not limited to:

  • Lower interest rate. This means more of your money goes toward paying the principal, not just lining your lender’s pockets.
  • Reducing the chances of missed deadlines. Having a single payment can help you have a single payment point, helping you avoid nasty late fees.
  • Improve your credit score over time. It’s because consolidating debt can lower your credit utilization rate, making payments more manageable. 

When you think of debt consolidation, note it’s not a magical pill. This approach to handling debt works best if you are committed to sticking to your budget and avoiding new debt. 

Final Thought

For people facing a financial crisis, consolidating debt can offer an easy way to get clarity. When you simplify your payments, cut costs, and get your financial ducks in a row using this method, you can rest assured that you can get up from the mud. All in all, the key is to stay disciplined and stay focused on being debt-free or having less debt.

Exploring debt consolidation is a meaningful step toward reclaiming financial stability. With a solid plan, you can move confidently toward a future free from the burdens of unmanageable debt.

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