Tuesday, 23 December 2025

Loans & EMI Guide #95: What is Debt Consolidation & Should You Consider It in India?


 

Struggling With Too Many EMIs? Here’s How to Simplify It Into One Payment

If you're paying 3–4 loans or credit cards monthly, debt consolidation helps combine them into one manageable EMI.


🧠 What is Debt Consolidation?

It means taking one large loan to pay off all smaller ones. This gives:

  • One EMI
  • Lower interest (sometimes)
  • Better credit score (if paid on time)

🧾 When to Consider It

  • Multiple loans/EMIs active
  • Total interest is very high
  • Credit card debt is rising
  • EMI dates are scattered and stressful

💡 Benefits

  • Easier to manage
  • Reduce stress
  • Improve CIBIL with proper repayment
  • Can negotiate lower interest

⚠️ Risks

  • Must avoid taking new debt again
  • Banks may ask for collateral for large consolidation loans
  • Fees/processing charges may apply

Conclusion

Debt consolidation is not escape — it's smart restructuring. Use it with discipline to exit the loan trap permanently.


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