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Debt consolidation accompanied by proper money management is a responsible way to get and stay out of debt. This site provides information about the process of how to consolidate and reduce debt, including perspectives, articles, advice and online companies that can help.

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Understanding Your Debt Help Options...
Debt consolidation services and settlement solutions are practical means for eliminating credit card and other high interest debts without going bankrupt, while getting your financial health and future back on track.

Debt Consolidation:   Debt Settlement:
Is when you combine multiple, high-interest loans (debt) into a loan with a single monthly payment on a lower interest rate.

Consolidating allows the consumer to pay down more principle each month, often lowers monthly payments, and allows the balance of the debts to be cleared faster.

Involves using a third party to work directly with your creditors to reduce penalties, interest charges and sometimes a percentage of the total balance accrued.

A debt management company will often use a combination of both consolidation and settlement solutions to reduce debts.

Both debt consolidation and management are preferred alternatives to bankruptcy. They enable consumers to rebuild (or maintain) their credit rating and catch up on payments honestly, while lowering interest rates and stopping creditor harassment.

Feeling overwhelmed about your debt?
You're certainly not alone.

  • Over 40% of American families spend more money than they earn.
  • The average American household has nearly $10,000 in credit card debt.

If you are looking for a debt consolidation or settlement solution, use the form to the left to quickly find help; or visit our consumer directory for more information on a selection of companies that have an online presence.

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