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Debt consolidation can be a way to fast-track your journey to financial stability. It\u2019s a great way to handle personal credit card debt\u2014but did you know you can consolidate business debt, too? Here\u2019s a closer look at the process of business credit card consolidation so you can decide whether it\u2019s right for you.\u00a0<\/p>\n

How Does Debt Consolidation Work for Business?\u00a0<\/h2>\n

Debt consolidation for business works a lot like personal debt consolidation. Here\u2019s an overview of the steps involved:\u00a0<\/p>\n

Step 1: Determine How Much Debt You Have\u00a0<\/h3>\n

This is an important first step. Take a look at your credit cards, their balances, and their interest rates. Adding up your balances will show you how much you need to borrow. And when you know your interest rates, you can make sure to only accept a loan with better terms than your current cards.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Step 2: Take a Look at Your Credit and Finances\u00a0<\/h3>\n

Depending on your business\u2019s history, you might have a business credit score as well as a personal score. Some lenders may prioritize one over the other, but they generally look at both.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Finding current business credit scores is sometimes harder than finding personal scores. However, it\u2019s worth the time and effort. When you have up-to-date personal and business credit scores, you\u2019ll have an easier time finding loans you qualify for.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Step 3: Research Lenders\u00a0<\/h3>\n

Before you start applying for loans, take some time to investigate lenders. Depending on the amount of money you need and your credit rating, you may have many lenders to choose from, or you might find only a few possibilities.\u00a0<\/p>\n

It\u2019s especially important to make sure any loan you take has a lower interest rate than your existing business credit cards.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Researching lenders and selecting one can be challenging. You might wonder, \u201cCan I get an SBA loan to consolidate debt?\u201d The SBA (Small Business Administration) offers a few different types of loans for small business owners.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The SBA\u2019s primary loan program is the 7(a) Loan Program<\/a>. You can take out a 7(a) loan for a number of different purposes, including business credit card consolidation.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Step 4: Apply for Loans\u00a0<\/h3>\n

Once you\u2019ve picked out a few promising lenders, you can start applying for loans. You\u2019ll probably need to include the following documents:\u00a0<\/p>\n