Is debt consolidation as easy as many people assume?
As personal debt continues to grow in the UK more and more people will be forced to consider debt consolidation in order to alleviate pressure in the short to medium term. While the process of debt consolidation is fairly straightforward in principle, i.e. you bundle all your debts into one manageable package, is it really that simple?
The truth is that debt consolidation, and the terms it may attract, will differ from person to person and the amount of debt in question. Rather bizarrely, in many ways a higher level of debt, assuming your credit rating is intact, could attract a lower level of interest because of the longer term attractions and interest accrued. However, there is no point even considering debt consolidation unless you're in a position to repay the amount in question on a long-term basis. There are other alternatives to take into account including bankruptcy and formal arrangements with your creditors to pay back a percentage of your overall debt although, as with debt consolidation, these all require professional advice.
Debts which are left to grow and grow have the potential to bring down the whole families and cause significant financial hardship for a prolonged period of time. However, those who tackle their debt issues head-on are more likely to receive a more favourable outcome as banks and financial institutions would rather know the extent of your problems as early as possible rather than at the last minute.
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