Is debt consolidation the answer for you?
As more and more UK consumers struggle under a mountain of debt there has been significant number of enquiries about debt consolidation. In effect debt consolidation allows you to refinance your existing debts on a longer-term basis, with a reduced monthly payment which should in theory give you breathing space for the short to medium term. But is debt consolidation the answer for you?
As with any financial decision, the individual circumstances of those considering debt consolidation will vary massively and need to be considered in great detail. There is no point refinancing your short-term debt into longer term liabilities if you are not able to cover the longer-term payments. Alternatively, if you can rebalance your budget and your income and increase your short-term finance payments, without placing too much pressure on your everyday living expenses, this may be an option.
In basic terms, the longer length of time you refinance your debts the more money you will pay back in total. However, to some people who are struggling to stay afloat in the short term, debt consolidation is something which could potentially save their financial lives and leave them with hope for the future.
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