Should I Consolidate My Debts?
Evaluating if combining multiple debts into one loan makes sense for you.
1. What is the approximate total amount of debt you want to consolidate?
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2. How many different creditors or loans do you currently have?
3. What is the average interest rate you're paying across these debts?
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4. Do you know your current credit score?
5. Is it likely you can qualify for a consolidation loan with a lower interest rate?
6. What would be the repayment term (length) of the consolidation loan?
7. Have you compared different consolidation methods (loan, balance transfer, etc.)?
8. Have you addressed the spending habits that may have led to the debt?
9. What is your plan for paying off the consolidated debt?
10. How stable and predictable is your current income?
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