Debt Relief
If you are a consumer or business facing foreclosure, lawsuits, liens, repossession or wage garnishment, a qualified debt relief lawyer can help find the best option to help eliminate debt immediately. An experienced debt relief lawyer, as provided by our directory, can provide you with the quality legal advice and representation you need to navigate through actions such as filing for Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy, debt consolidation, credit card debt relief and foreclosure proceedings.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Which debts are most likely to be settled for less than payment-in-full?
Most unsecured debts can be settled. An unsecured debt is a debt where there is no collateral. Unsecured debts include medical bills, credit cards, department store cards, personal loans, … more -
What’s the difference between loan modification and debt settlement?
Debt settlement typically involves working with a professional debt settlement company to negotiate with the creditors to whom you owe debts. Your creditor may, for example, accept a one-time … more
Legal Articles
- The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
From time to time, many well meaning borrowers fall behind on their bill payments. It may be that the borrower has lost his or her job, has run into unexpected expenses or has simply borrowed more money than he or she can afford to repay. Whatever the reason, many borrowers who fall behind in their payments begin to receive phone calls from persistent debt collectors. Often, … more - Understanding Debt
Life is often stressful and overwhelming for a debt holder. Worry, anxiety, and fear often color every part of a debt holder’s life and the debtor has trouble thinking about anything other than the money that he or she owes to creditors. For these reasons, it is important to confront the debt and create a legal plan to deal with the financial future. Potential debtors … more
Legal Guides
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How To Avoid Foreclosure
This guide, by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, provides valuable … more -
Debt Collection FAQs: A Guide for Consumers (FTC Facts for Consumers)
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), enforces the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), … more -
Canceled Debts, Foreclosures, Repossessions, and Abandonments (IRS Publication 4681)
This publication explains the federal tax treatment of canceled debts, foreclosures, … more
