Industry Information About Debt ConsolidationThis category involves companies involved in the adjustment of claims. Lending companies consolidate their clients debt into one which enables the client to make one payment to one creditor and this in turn eliminates the collection calls from many different creditors.. This often results in taking out a loan with a lower interest rate and a longer repayment period. The industry is largely fragmented with many different smaller companies competing for business. There are some non-profit companies like Consolidated Credit Counseling Services, Inc. Debt consolidation in New York is popular for students fresh out of college falling behind on rent and loan payments.Recent Trends in Debt ConsolidationWith the economy in its current state, debt consolidation is seeing a large increase in business. In places where the unemployment rates are really high like Tampa, FL, debt consolidation services have popped up all over the place. Call centers and TV commercials can be seen all the time offering such services. Businesses in this categoryBusinesses in this category include debt consolidation companies and call centers.