Definition

A loan that combines multiple debts into one, simplifying payments and often reducing interest costs.

What to consider

  • Look into consolidating multiple debts to simplify payments.
  • Compare interest rates to ensure you’re saving money overall.
  • Review how the new loan affects your monthly cash flow.

Real world scenarios

  • Struggling with multiple high-interest credit cards, David took out a consolidation loan to merge his debts into one lower monthly payment.

Related terms

Debt & Loans