Your guide to debt consolidation loans

Struggling to keep track of multiple repayments? A debt consolidation loan combines all your debts into one.

What is a debt consolidation loan?

Life doesn’t always go as planned, and sometimes that means dealing with more debt than you can comfortably manage. If you’re struggling to keep up with multiple repayments, a debt consolidation loan can help you take back control of your money.

What is a debt consolidation loan?

A debt consolidation loan lets you combine multiple debts – like credit cards, store accounts or personal loans – into a single new loan.

You’ll repay one monthly amount instead of several. This can help you save money and simplify your budget.

How does debt consolidation work?

If approved, your credit provider settles your existing debts and combines them into one loan. You then repay that loan with one monthly instalment.

Because consolidation loans often have longer repayment terms, your monthly payment may be lower – making it easier to manage. But paying over a longer period can mean paying more interest overall.

Tip: Pay extra whenever you can to reduce interest and settle your loan faster.

How debt consolidation can simplify your payments

  • One fixed monthly repayment: No more juggling due dates or interest rates
  • Easier budgeting: You know exactly what you’ll pay and when
  • Lower monthly costs: A longer term may reduce what you pay each month
  • Improved credit health: Staying on top of one loan can help rebuild your credit profile
  • Better affordability: Frees up cash for savings or essentials

How to apply for a debt consolidation loan

  1. Sign in on our app
  2. Tap Explore, then Credit
  3. Tap Loan, then Get Estimate
  4. Enter the loan amount and choose your repayment term
  5. Tap Choose reason for credit, then Debt consolidation
  6. Follow the on-screen instructions

You can also visit a branch to apply in person.

What to know before debt consolidation

Debt consolidation can simplify your finances – but it’s not a quick fix. A longer loan term may reduce your monthly payments, but can also increase the total interest you pay.

Before applying, make sure you:

  • Understand your interest rate and total repayment amount
  • Adjust your spending habits to avoid falling into more debt
  • Plan for payments you can afford

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