
📌 30-Second Summary
Debt consolidation (reunificación de deudas) combines multiple debts into one loan, typically using your home equity.
Benefits:
- Single monthly payment
- Lower total monthly payment
- Simplified finances
Downsides:
- You're securing unsecured debt with your home
- Longer repayment = more total interest
- Fees and costs
Makes sense when: Your monthly debt payments exceed 40% of income AND you have significant home equity.


