Individual results may vary and are based on ability to save funds and successful completion of all program terms. These results are not typical.

Debt Settlement program does not assume or pay any consumer debts, and does not provide tax or legal advice. Program not available in all states. Read and understand all contract terms prior to enrollment.

"Going through a debt settlement program like I did is very good."

"It was nice to have someone that I trusted and was there for me taking care of [my debt]."

"Debt Settlement was the quickest way to get out of debt!"

"If you’re in a situation where you can’t satisfy your creditors, this is one of the best companies to deal with for debt settlement."

"Going into the debt settlement program was an eye-opener and its taught me how to use money a little better and to stay away from credit."

"I had gotten myself into financial trouble and I’m now out of it within 3 years and I feel wonderful…"

"It feels great to have my debt paid off and have control of my life again."

"After completing my debt settlement program, I now feel in control of my finances after two years!"

"Why wouldn’t anybody do it? It just makes sense."

"The whole thing was positive. It got rid of my debt."

"You gave me the knowledge and confidence to achieve my goal of being debt free."

"It’s been a pleasure working with them and being able to get out of debt now. It’s nice to know that I don’t have to worry about this any more. I feel ten years younger."

"It was a comforting feeling to know that the money was being drafted from our account and we didn’t have to worry about making those monthly payments or forgetting to make those monthly payments."

"I feel like I accomplished something that it looked like an impossible thing to do."

"We were deeply in debt and we were able to get out of it with the program and we saved a lot of money doing it."

"My debt settlement company was very good to work with and they did exactly what they said they would do."

"It was a great opportunity to be able to take the courage to fix my own problems. It was a "growing up" experience."

"It was very helpful having the consultants in the program walk me through the steps and assure me the positive results and help relieve the anxiety of the high debt."

"It’s just such a relief at my age now that I’m retired, to be debt free. I will never get in that situation again."

"It’s nice to have someone professional to handle your business…they make you feel like you’re not alone in debt settlement."

"No peace like being debt free...I feel like a new person. I felt so small and belittled, now I feel healthy."

"Participating in the program made me feel like I had a partner that was helping me to get out of debt and that I wasn’t alone."

"I felt I got real good guidance from them and they helped me along all the way."

"When people get into a situation where they can’t take care of their credit card debt, debt settlement is the answer!"

Individual results may vary and are based on ability to save funds and successful completion of all program terms. These results are not typical.

Debt Settlement program does not assume or pay any consumer debts, and does not provide tax or legal advice. Program not available in all states. Read and understand all contract terms prior to enrollment.

CreditorBank of America
Balance$6,437.89
Settlement Amount$1,170.00
Amount Saved$5,267.89
Percent Saved82%
 
CreditorDiscover Card
Balance$6,577.59
Settlement Amount$1,300.00
Amount Saved$5,277.59
Percent Saved80%
 
CreditorReed's Jewelers
Balance$3,836.99
Settlement Amount$1,535.00
Amount Saved$2,301.99
Percent Saved60%
 
CreditorBank of America
Balance$23,893.14
Settlement Amount$8,363.00
Amount Saved$15,530.14
Percent Saved65%
 
CreditorBank of America
Balance$42,293.80
Settlement Amount$6,280.00
Amount Saved$36,013.80
Percent Saved85%
 
CreditorHSBC
Balance$4,015.16
Settlement Amount$1,405.00
Amount Saved$2,610.16
Percent Saved65%
 
CreditorGE Money Bank
Balance$934.60
Settlement Amount$374.00
Amount Saved$560.60
Percent Saved60%
 
CreditorAmerican Express
Balance$9,007.36
Settlement Amount$1,000.00
Amount Saved$8,007.36
Percent Saved89%
 
CreditorHome Depot
Balance$3,675.06
Settlement Amount$1,084.33
Amount Saved$2,590.73
Percent Saved70%
 
CreditorProvidian
Balance$1,238.22
Settlement Amount$371.48
Amount Saved$866.74
Percent Saved70%
 

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