Debt consolidation can simplify your payments, but it isn't always the cost-cutting solution borrowers expect.

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There are potential benefits and downsides to debt consolidation.

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See if you qualify to lower your monthly payments, reduce multiple payments into 1 and become debt free in 24-48 months. Debt can be difficult to manage. When multiple bills come in each month with ...

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Weigh the pros and cons to decide if debt consolidation is right for your situation.