What is debt consolidation?
Debt Settlement/consolidation for bankruptcy is available. You can obtain a loan that allows you to repay many other debts. For example, if you have three credit cards, you may be able to get a debt consolidation loan to pay off the credit cards, so that you only have one payment instead of three each month.
What are the advantages of a debt consolidation loan?
The advantages of a debt consolidation loan are:
| You replace many payments each month with only one payment, which should make it easier to Budget your cash each month. | |
| Your debt consolidation loan may have a lower interest rate than the rate you are paying on credit cards, so the loan should reduce your interest payments. | |
| With lower interest rates and/or extended terms, you may be able to reduce your total monthly payments. |
Do I qualify for a debt consolidation loan?
To qualify for a debt consolidation loan in Hamilton Ontario you must meet the following:
| The bank will require a copy of your monthly Budget to determine if you can meet your loan payments. | |
| You must be working, or have a source of income to allow you to repay the loan. | |
| You may require a co-signor or collateral (such as a car or a house). |
What is the next step in obtaining a debt consolidation loan in Hamilton?
To determine if you qualify for a debt consolidation loan, contact your banker or finance company. The major Canadian banks can be reached on their Bank web sites, or via the yellow pages.


