How do I get rid of credit card debt fast?  Being in credit card debt can be a frustrating and scary experience.  The over the limit fees and the late fees can get burdensome if not pushing you over the financial edge.  If you have your back against the wall you do have a few options.

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New client testimonials that debt settlement does work:

“I just wanted to thank you for going above and beyond in helping us settle our debt. You have always responded to my questions promptly and courteously… Without your guidance and assurance, I would have been much more anxious and nervous about our financial situation. Thanks again for everyone’s contributions, especially yours!” – D.R.

“Thank you for your frank talk and compassion. I was at my wits end and you definitely helped me see it is just the next phase of our re-grouping. We are on the way to recovery, some stages are going to be rough, but with support like what we received from you, it will be bearable.” – C.W.

I just saw on the Phillips & Associates website that they are doing debt negotiation and debt settlement.  The Phillips & Associates company is run by Jeffrey Phillips.   Phillips and Associates is the same company that does DUI and Bankruptcy.  Their commercials are pretty bad.  It looks like they have the people read right off a card.  I cannot see how the actual clients agree to go on TV an embarrass themselves.  They must offer to reduce their legal bills. Continue Reading »

A few points have been brought to my attention in regards to new enrollments  that have been submitted in the last month or so.  To ensure that we are all on the same page, I would like to cover a few subjects that may be unclear.

It i  It is important when enrolling people into Debt Settlement that certain disclaimers are made clear to the client before their file arrives in our office. A list of disclaimers have been attached to this email – please ensure that you and your sales reps are informing the client of these points and that they understand them. Some of the more common misconceptions are the following: Continue Reading »

When is the best time to try to negotiate your debts? In life timing is everything. The same can be said for debt settlement and debt negotiation programs. If you try to negotiate to soon and you wont get anywhere and if you negotiate to late, you may end up in court or needing the services of a bankruptcy attorney.

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How do I know if I should do debt settlement or debt mediation? Financial troubles are now facing millions of Americans due to the credit crisis. Many Americans will have to make hard decisions about their personal debt. Unfortunately there are not many great choices you can make when you are in debt. You can choose from debt consolidation, cccs, debt settlement, debt negotiation, consumer credit counseling or bankruptcy. Each choice has its advantages or disadvantages.

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Did you know that July was originally called Quintilis which is Latin for “fifth month”…and that it was then later named after Julius Caesar in 44BC? It’s true! But on a much more important note… here is some information you might want to know! Continue Reading »

When you settle debts through a debt negotiation program, will you get a 1099 for what you save? You will not get a 1099 if you can demonstrate that you are financially insolvent. IRS Publication 908 states that you must owe more than you have in assets at the time of the debt settlement agreement with your creditor. You would only pay tax on the amount of solvency you have. If you save $5000 on a debt settlement agreement and have $1500 in assets, you would pay tax on $1500. Speak with a tax adviser or tax professional to see how this would apply to you before registering into a debt settlement program.

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Is a non profit CCCS company free? You have seen the ads on TV for consolidating your debt. Their claim is that they are a non profit foundation that is there to help you consolidate your debts into one low monthly payment. It sounds like it is free but it isn’t. A non profit debt consolidation company does charge a fee for their services. It is usually a monthly fee that is part of your payment. Many consumers are unaware that part of their monthly payment if a fee for the debt consolidation company. Continue Reading »

What is the Fair Debt Act? The fair debt act are the rules that must be followed by a creditor when trying to collect on a debt. A collection agency does not have full reign to call and harass you whenever they want. Continue Reading »

What is the best debt consolidation company? I think it might be better to ask what can I do to get out of debt other than signing up for credit counseling or a debt consolidation loan? If own a home and have equity in it, you have the ability to do a refinance and pull money out to pay off your bills. Continue Reading »

How much does a chapter 13 cost? To file a bankruptcy will cost you about $2000 depending on who files it and where you file it. Bankruptcy should be your last option and you should exhaust other options before you file. If you have additional bankruptcy questions you should contact an attorney in your state. Continue Reading »

Do not let a debt mediation company keep your funds in their house account. Use a debt negotiation company that insists on setting up a special trust account for you. When you give someone your money it magically becomes their money. Who would you rather have hold your money during your debt negotiation program. If a debt settlement company wants to hold your money and they are not a law firm, they are probably breaking the law. The law is very specific about how money can be held. Most states have laws about debt collection and their are laws about how money can be held. Your best bet is to use a debt settlement firm that has you set up your own bank account. You control it and if you decide that you do not want to do the program anymore, there is no question about getting your money back.

Should I refi to pay off my debt? Being in a financial jam can be a frustrating as well as an unsettling experience. Getting harassed by bill collectors and creditors day and night can be annoying as well as emotionally draining. But you do have options that you can take to take care of the situation. The two that we are going to discuss in the article are refinancing your home to pay off the debt or doing a debt settlement program. Continue Reading »

Tips on Negotiating your Debt with Bill Collectors and Collection Agencies

Many Americans now feel that their debts are spiraling out of control and there is nothing they can do but have an attorney file for a bankruptcy. Most debtors believe all of those freighting stories told by the bill collectors of the impending doom that faces them. The biggest scare tactic used is utterance of a wage garnishment and seizure of property. The collection agencies usually fail to point out that they will first need to go to court and get a judgment to be able to do anything to you. I recommend that bankruptcy would be your last option in trying to get out of debt. Most debtors jump to quick to do a bankruptcy before examining all the possibilities that exist to resolve the debt. Usually this option is exercised out of fear and wanting it to go away quickly. I hope that this information will educate you in this area of the unknown for you. Continue Reading »

With the onset of the credit crunch, millions of people saw their mortgage rates adjust and their mortgage payments go through the roof. Property foreclosures have hit new highs across the country. The credit crisis caused other impacts in the financial markets. As the economy began to slow down, many consumers began to run into problems paying their credit card debt Obligations. Defaults on credit card payments have reached record highs according to mbna. Unfortunately once you are in a financial crisis there are not too many great options in terms of getting out of debt. One option is consumer credit counseling which will lump all of your bills into a single payment and get your interest rates and payments down. Many people would like to go this route but they just aren’t able to make the new payments. The only other option would be to file for a Bankruptcy. Continue Reading »