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If you have variable rate student loans, don't wait another day to consolidate your loans. Consolidating now could save you money and simplify your life. To find out if Enoch student loan debt consolidation is appropriate for you, compare the pros and cons described below. Get a Free Student Loan Consolidation Quote from Bills.com when you're ready to consolidate.
Enoch Student Loan Debt Consolidation Advantages
Student loans issued between July 1, 1998 and June 30, 2006 have variable interest rates, therefore consolidation has the most advantages for people with those loans. Although the interest rate can't go higher than 8.25% when it resets annually, it can get near that rate if you don't consolidate while the rate is lower.
If you have several loans with varying due dates and similar account numbers, your lender may apply your payment to the wrong loan or you could miss a payment without realizing it. By consolidating into more manageable loans, you can avoid the worry of missing a payment or having it misapplied.
Most lenders offer additional discounts of .25 to .5% off the interest rate if you set-up automatic payments, with an additional 1-2% discount, depending on your loan balance, after 24-36 months of on-time payments. If your loan term is extended to twenty years through consolidation, 1.25% off your rate could save you a lot of money. Interest is still tax deductible for consolidated student loans, so you don't lose the interest rate deduction unless you exceed the income cap.
When should you NOT opt for debt consolidation?
If your loan was issued after June 1, 2006, you may already have a great fixed interest rate on your loans and consolidating them will only lengthen your repayment term and cost you your good interest rate. Even if you have a high interest rate, if your loan is less than $10,000 or you are close to paying off your loan, student loan debt consolidation may not be your best bet. You may end up paying more in interest over the length of your extended term or may not even be able to find a lender for your loan without consolidating with a private loan. Unfortunately, if you have financial difficulties a private loan cannot be put on forbearance on deferred, where as a federal student loan can be. In addition, if you die your federal student loans are waived, but your heirs will be responsible for them if they have been consolidated with a private loan. Loans consolidated with home equity loans could cost you your house if you are unable to make your payments.
Qualifying for Enoch Student Loan Debt Consolidation
You now know more about the pros and cons of consolidation and are ready to get started; the next step to figure out if you qualify. Usually, the best time to consolidate is when you have already graduated. If you are still in your grace period, you can request that your consolidation be delayed until your grace period ends. By filling out the paperwork, you lock in your low rate for that year and still enjoy a delay in your repayment. You can even lock in a great rate if you are still in school. Unfortunately, consolidating before you graduate cancels your interest deferral, so you will want to be sure that the interest rate is worth it. People with $10,000 or more in student loan debt will have the easiest time consolidating. If you have less debt or have defaulted on your loans in the past, you can still consolidate, but your interest rate may be higher.
If you have several lenders and payments due at various times of the month, student loan consolidation can simplify your life. With automatic payment and one or two loans, you'll never have to worry about missing a payment again.
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