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Can Debt Consolidation Help Increase my FICO Score?
Credit card debt and revolving charges determines 30% of your FICO scores. High balances or, more precisely, balances that are close to your credit limit can negatively affect your personal credit scores. Thus, one of the best ways to improve your credit rating is by paying off outstanding debts. A debt consolidation loan by means of mortgage refinancing or a home equity loan (second mortgage) can help you do this. On top of that, you may be able to deduct up to 100% of the interest you pay from your taxes. With the new, tougher bankruptcy laws in effect, consolidating your credit card debt with a second mortgage or home equity loans and other consumer debt is a far better option for debt relief than bankruptcy.
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