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4.8 BestGuide's Rating

  • A+ BBB rating & fully accredited
  • No fees until accounts are settled
  • Helped 600,000+ clients since 2009

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4.5 BestGuide's Rating

  • 500,000+ Americans Enrolled
  • Debt-free within 24-48 months
  • Experts available 24/7

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4.4 BestGuide's Rating

  • Non-profit credit counseling
  • Bankruptcy counseling & courses
  • Extensive educational resources

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4.3 BestGuide's Rating

  • Over 1 million customers served
  • A+ BBB rating & no upfront costs
  • Free initial consultation

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4.3 BestGuide's Rating

  • Average debt reduced by 20%–50%
  • No payment until terms are negotiated
  • Accredited by the Consumer Debt Relief Initiative

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4.3 BestGuide's Rating

  • IAPDA accredited specialists on staff
  • No monthly consultancy fee
  • 20+ years of negotiation experience

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4.3 BestGuide's Rating

  • 30-day satisfaction guarantee
  • 500+ certified dedicated negotiators
  • 170,000 + clients enrolled

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4.3 BestGuide's Rating

  • 20+ years of industry experience
  • No fees until you save policy
  • Over 860 reviews with 4.8/5 on BBB

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Frequently Asked Questions

Question:

Who qualifies for debt settlement?

Answer:

Anyone who is having a hard time making their credit card payments may qualify for debt settlement programs. However, some companies require borrowers to have a specific amount of debt — like $10,000 — to qualify for their services.

Question:

Will my credit score go up if I settle a debt?

Answer:

Settling debt can have both a negative and a positive effect on your credit scores. You're most likely to see a drop in points up-front, but over time you can gain back everything you lost and more. Regardless of the setback, you can always work to experience the benefits of better credit.

Question:

Can I settle a debt without going to court?

Answer:

You may settle your case at any time prior to having the court make a decision (a judgment) by either: Paying the full amount of the debt (plus any fees, costs, and interest required) Negotiating to pay a lesser amount and having the other side agree to accept that amount as full payment.

Question:

Can I use my credit card after debt consolidation?

Answer:

Creditors don't want you to use the cards when you're having a benefit from a debt management program. But if there's a card that you can keep out of the program, you can do that. You can keep the card out and use it for emergencies.

Our Top Picks

BEST OVERALL

National Debt Relief

BOTTOM LINE

Consolidate multiple payments into one

BEST VALUE

Pacific Debt

BOTTOM LINE

Debt free in as little as 24-48 months

TOP PICK

Cambridge Credit Counseling

BOTTOM LINE

Extensive educational resources