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$60K in Debt

Tuesday, Aug 11, 2009

Question: I have a small trucking company and have acquired $60,000 in credit card debt. My truck and trailer will be paid off in 2011. I do own a home. Is there a loan I can get now to minimize the interest rates without hurting my credit?

Answer: First off, I would like to point out that, given the many factors that need to be taken into consideration when making a decision that will affect both one's business and personal finances, it is highly recommended you consult with a qualified attorney and/or financial planner.

With that said, the following is some general information regarding loans, interest rates, and credit that I hope answers your question.

There are loans known as debt consolidation loans that may give you the solution you desire. With it a consumer takes a single loan, usually secured by his home or other property, to pay off several other creditors. Debt consolidation loans are designed to lower the overall interest rate on debts, and to allow the consumer to make a single monthly payment to one creditor instead of paying multiple creditors. Debt consolidation loans do not generally
have a negative impact on consumers' credit scores, as these loans do not increase in the amount of debt; they simply move it from one account to another. Also, consumers can leave open a few of their older accounts to make sure that they still have plenty of positive payment history appearing on their reports. It is important to carefully examine the terms of the new loan and to do the necessary math to determine if it will truly deliver the results you're looking for over the lifetime of the loan.

Keep in mind that by using your house to secure a loan, it may now become vulnerable to foreclosure should you find yourself unable to repay the loan.

The interest rates of loans are significantly affected by your credit score, so have
a current credit report handy and research its implications. (By law, you're entitled to one free credit report annually from the credit bureaus. This can be accessed at: www.annualcreditreport.com.)It is also a good idea to have the patience to shop around, as you will find that there is a wide array of lenders with vastly different offers.

I encourage you to visit Bills.com to learn more about debt consolidation loans. The site also offers a link to a free online application where you may apply to be matched to one of our pre-approved debt consolidation loan providers. Simply use the Savings Center tool on the site.

I wish you the best of luck with your business and your loan search, and hope that the information I have provided helps you Find. Learn. Save.

Best,
Bill
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