What is Debt Consolidation?
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Debt consolidation is a financial strategy that combines multiple debts into a single loan or credit line, typically with a lower interest rate, resulting in one monthly payment instead of several. This method is most commonly used to consolidate unsecured debts such as credit card balances, medical bills, and personal loans. By merging these debts into a single loan, borrowers aim to simplify repayment, reduce overall interest costs, and potentially save thousands of dollars over the life of the loan.
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