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Debt Consolidation Calculator
Enter what you owe and what you pay now, then compare it against a single consolidation loan. The calculator shows total interest both ways, not just the monthly payment.
If you consolidate
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- New monthly payment
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- Paid off in
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- Total interest, consolidated
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- Total interest, as you are now
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Assumes you stop adding new balances and keep paying the same amount each month. Revolving balances are modelled as a fixed payment against a declining balance.
Check my consolidation rateSide-by-side comparison
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Results are estimates for illustration only and are not an offer of credit. Your actual amount, APR, fees and payment depend on your state, income and credit profile and are disclosed in full before you sign. All loans are subject to credit approval.
How to read the result
Consolidation replaces several balances with one loan at one rate and one due date. It helps when two things are true: the new APR is lower than the blended rate you pay now, and you stop adding to the balances you just cleared. If either fails, consolidating simply moves the debt.
When consolidating is worth it
- You are paying a blended APR above what a consolidation loan would charge.
- You are only covering minimums, so the balance barely moves.
- Several due dates across the month make budgeting unpredictable.
- You want a fixed date when the debt is gone rather than an open-ended balance.
When it is not
- The new APR is higher than what you pay now, which is common if your existing debt is a low-rate credit union loan.
- You would clear the balances within a few months anyway.
- You are likely to run the cleared cards back up. Consolidation then doubles the debt rather than replacing it.
- You are behind on essentials. Speak to a non-profit credit counsellor first; the National Foundation for Credit Counseling is one place to start.
What we offer
Debt consolidation loans of $1,000 to $5,000 over 6 to 36 months, with no prepayment penalty and payments reported to the credit bureaus. You receive the funds and pay the balances off yourself, so you stay in control of the order.
Frequently asked questions
Does debt consolidation save money?
Only if the new APR is lower than the blended rate you pay now and you do not rebuild the balances you cleared. Compare total interest across both scenarios rather than comparing monthly payments, because a longer term always lowers the payment.
Does consolidating hurt my credit score?
Applying may add a hard inquiry, which can lower a score slightly and briefly. Over time, paying a consolidation loan on time and reducing revolving balances often helps, because it lowers credit utilisation and adds positive payment history.
How much can I consolidate?
Debt consolidation loans at Loan For Any Purpose USA run from $1,000 to $5,000 over 6 to 36 months. The amount you qualify for depends on your state, income and credit profile.
Do you pay my creditors directly?
No. Funds are deposited to your checking account and you pay the balances off yourself, which lets you choose the order and keep any accounts you want to keep open.
Borrow $200 to $5,000 for any purpose
Apply in about five minutes and get a decision in minutes. Checking your rate won't affect your FICO® score.