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Debt Consolidation Through Your Mortgage
By Yahia Nour Eddine KenouchePublished on February 17, 2026 5 min read
When monthly payments pile up, the equity in your home can be used to repay expensive debt.
The effect on your budget
A 20% credit card replaced by mortgage financing usually cuts the total monthly payment sharply and creates breathing room.
The trap to avoid
Consolidating without changing habits often leads to running the cards up again. Consolidation should come with a budget plan.
Impact on credit
Paying down high balances generally improves your credit utilization, and therefore your score, within a few months.
