If you have a substantial amount debt through loans and credit card dues, a debt consolidation loan is the last option you have before bankruptcy. Bankruptcy remains on your credit score for many years, and makes it very difficult to obtain a fresh loan during that time. So it is indeed smart to avoid it.
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