Debt Management

Debt can be an important tool for individuals and businesses in obtaining large purchases or managing cash outflows. On the other hand, debt can be a drain on your resources. Entering into debt requires repayment of interest, which increases the cost of obtaining the item, and periodic payments of principal, which limits funds available for other consumption and savings. Note that while mortgage interest is deductible for income tax purposes, interest on credit cards or car loans is not.

Debt management and consolidation is a form of debt refinancing that entails taking out one loan to pay off many others. The process can secure a lower overall interest rate and provide the convenience of servicing only one loan with a more manageable and convenient payment.

One of the most common forms of debt consolidation is offered from mortgage lending institutions and is secured by first or second mortgage liens through a home refinance process. The overall lower interest rate is an advantage of the debt consolidation loan as the repayment on the new loan is normally spread out over a longer period.

At People Wealth Matters, we analyze your overall financial profile and come up with the best strategy and approach to put you on the road to financial freedom. We will review your scenario and assist in determining if available equity in your home is the best approach and method to consolidate and manage debt.