Choosing a Debt Settlement Company

there are many things you need to be mindful of when you are choosing a debt settlement company,. Many companies offering debt settlement services are small, unsophisticated and have only been around for a short period of time. The good ones will have a track record of success and will be able to provide you with an honest assessment of not only the potential benefits, but also the potential downsides of debt settlement for your situation. The fact is that debt settlement is not a right fit for everyone. It is a program designed for consumers with serious debt problems who are unable to maintain payment obligations and are considering bankruptcy or credit counseling.

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) advises to stay away from any company that makes untrue claims:

  • Promises that unsecured debts can be paid off for pennies on the dollar. The truth is that there is no guarantee that any creditor will accept partial payment of a legitimate debt. Your best bet always is to contact your creditor directly and as soon as you are having problems making payments.

  • Requires substantial monthly service fees and demands payment of a percentage of what they’ve supposedly saved you. The truth is that most debt relief companies charge hefty fees for their services, including a fee to establish the account with the debt negotiator, a monthly service fee, and a final fee – a percentage of the money you’ve supposedly saved.

  • Tells you to stop making payments to or communicating with your creditors. The truth is that if you stop making payments on a credit card, expect late fees and interest to be added to the amount you owe each month. If you exceed your credit limit, expect additional fees and charges to be added. Your credit score also will be hurt by not making payments.

  • Claims that creditors never sue people for not paying their unsecured debts. The truth is that creditors may have the right to sue you to recover the money you owe. And sometimes, when creditors win a lawsuit, they have the right to garnish your wages or put a lien on your home.

  • Claims that they can remove accurate negative information from your credit report. The truth is that no company or person can remove negative information from your credit report that is accurate and timely. It’s illegal.

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*Clients who make all their monthly program payments pay approximately 50% of their enrolled balance before fees, or 71% including fees, over 24 to 48 months. Not all clients are able to complete our program for various reasons, including their ability to save sufficient funds. Our estimates are based on prior results, which will vary depending on your specific circumstances. We do not guarantee that your debts will be resolved for a specific amount or percentage or within a specific period of time. We do not assume your debts, make monthly payments to creditors or provide tax, bankruptcy, accounting or legal advice or credit repair services. Our service is not available in all states and our fees may vary from state to state. Please contact a tax professional to discuss potential tax consequences of less than full balance debt resolution. If you have IRS debts, you need to expore tax relief alternatives.  Also explore debt relief alternatives such as debt consolidation, refinance and credit counseling to consolidate debt. Read and understand all program materials prior to enrollment. The use of debt settlement services will likely adversely affect your creditworthiness, may result in you being subject to collections or being sued by creditors or collectors and may increase the outstanding balances of your enrolled accounts due to the accrual of fees and interest.  However, negotiated settlements we obtain on your behalf resolve the entire account, including all accrued fees and interest.