When it comes to consolidating debt, there are many options to choose from. One of them can be a debt consolidation loan. It can be very easily confused with debt consolidation. Do not make that mistake. They are completely different and the mistake can be very costly.
As was mentioned in the last post, with debt consolidation, a firm is usually hired. The firm will get the required debt and finance information from you. The firm then calls your creditors and negotiates on your behalf. These lower rates are pre-set by creditors. Usually, the firm can negotiate lower monthly payments, lower interest rates, and reduce or eliminate late fees. This allows you to pay one, lower bill and pay off your debts in lesser time. In return for this service, you must agree to pay, on time, the agreed upon lower payment while meeting other living expenses
Debt Consolidation Loan is a cash-out loan from which the proceeds are used to satisfy outstanding debt. It is an option when a borrower wants to include current debts (e.g., credit card balances, car balances, etc.) being paid monthly in the refinance of their mortgage loan. The proceeds of the loan can be paid directly to the bills and the borrower will have one payment (the mortgage payment) as opposed to paying the mortgage payment and various other payments. Usually that one payment tends to be lower than the sum of the payment on the individual debts.
However, some of these debt consolidation loans just end up as interest second mortgages on homes. In the long run, the second mortgages on your home only increase the amount of money you owed. If you put all of your debt on the most precious asset you have, you also put the risk of losing your home for the sake of credit cards or other debts.
Saturday, May 3, 2008
Friday, May 2, 2008
How To Get Out Of Debt With Debt Consolidation
If you are in the hole with debt payments, then debt consolidation may be your way out. Debt consolidation is the process of combining many debts into a single payment, usually resulting in lower monthly payments. There is also then only one creditor to pay. Debt consolidation programs lower your interest rates on unsecured loans with creditors.
After selecting a debt consolidation firm, the firm will get the required debt and finance information from you. The firm then calls your creditors and negotiates on your behalf. These lower rates are pre-set by creditors. Usually, the firm can negotiate lower monthly payments, lower interest rates, and reduce or eliminate late fees. This allows you to pay one, lower bill and pay off your debts in lesser time.
In return for this service, you must agree to pay, on time, the agreed upon lower payment while meeting other living expenses. You must also agree to stop increasing your debt or using credit cards. When creditors know that you are working with debt consolidation, they quit harassing you. If they do call, a good firm will usually call them for you and explain the situation.
Initially, you will see a slight drop in your credit score, eliminating your ability to apply for more credit. However, within two years you can apply for credit as lenders see your commitment to repaying loans. You can even apply for a mortgage loan at this time.
To make sure you are getting the best deal, shop around for a debt consolidation company. Request quotes on fees and information on their services. While you want the best deal, don’t be lured by false promises.
After selecting a debt consolidation firm, the firm will get the required debt and finance information from you. The firm then calls your creditors and negotiates on your behalf. These lower rates are pre-set by creditors. Usually, the firm can negotiate lower monthly payments, lower interest rates, and reduce or eliminate late fees. This allows you to pay one, lower bill and pay off your debts in lesser time.
In return for this service, you must agree to pay, on time, the agreed upon lower payment while meeting other living expenses. You must also agree to stop increasing your debt or using credit cards. When creditors know that you are working with debt consolidation, they quit harassing you. If they do call, a good firm will usually call them for you and explain the situation.
Initially, you will see a slight drop in your credit score, eliminating your ability to apply for more credit. However, within two years you can apply for credit as lenders see your commitment to repaying loans. You can even apply for a mortgage loan at this time.
To make sure you are getting the best deal, shop around for a debt consolidation company. Request quotes on fees and information on their services. While you want the best deal, don’t be lured by false promises.
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