In recent years, we have seen countless companies laying people off, closing their doors, and filing for bankruptcy. As hard as it is for many of us to accept, our financial reality will never return to what it was a couple decades ago. Yet, for many who are serious and determined to climb their way to financial freedom, there may be a few options which could be available to them. With a choice between applying for a debt consolidation loan or filing for bankruptcy, many have resolved to make the tough choices that will, in the end, make their lives more financially stable. [...]