Debt Consolidation Questions
What are the best methods for securing a debt consolidation loan considering the following criteria. I have $85,000 in credit card and unsecured debt.
1) I am not behind on any of my debts. All have been paid on time.
2) My main goal is debt consolidation with a lower interest rate. All cards will be closed.
3) I do not want to use any debt relief companies. Only reputable sources such as banks or other mortgage lenders.
4) Home equity is not an option. I do not have enough equity nor would I want to a 2nd even if I did.
5) I am not trying to settle for less on the principal balances.
Just want a reasonable interest rate for all. Do such debt consolidation loans exist? Banks? Peer to Peer? Other mortgage lenders? Regards -
Thank you for your question. Closing credit cards and debt with good standing history – on time payments, low credit limit to balance ratio, long credit history, etc. – could negatively impact your credit score. Therefore, is not recommended. As you know, the credit score helps determine the interest rate you get on future mortgage loans.
Since your main goal is to lower the interest rate, one thing you can try is contacting your creditors and ask them to lower their rates. Tell them what you plan to do if they first say “no”. There is a good chance the creditors will choose to lower your rate and keep you as customer rather than letting you go. -Source Dallas Morning News
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