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Popular Debt Settlement Myth #2 Exposed

May 17, 2010

If you are considering debt settlement to resolve your credit card debts, I strongly urge you to do your own research and be as informed as possible before deciding to move forward. Regular readers of the DIY Debt blog know how little I think of the majority of debt settlement companies out there and that [...]

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4 Warning Signs When Looking For A Debt Settlement Company

April 20, 2010

If you have decided that debt settlement is the best strategy for your particular debt situation and you have decided to not handle your own negotiations, then you need to find a third party debt settlement company to work with. Given all of the scams and fraudulent companies operating in this industry these days, now [...]

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Why Do It Yourself Debt Settlement Isn’t For Everyone

April 19, 2010

If you’ve spent any time at all on this blog you know that I strongly recommend consumers who are considering debt settlement to do it themselves instead of hiring a third party debt settlement company to help them. But no matter how compelling the reasons for handling your own negotiations are, do it yourself debt [...]

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How To Handle Charged-Off Accounts And Collections Accounts

April 16, 2010

Charged-off accounts and collections accounts won’t go away on their own. Some consumers have old debts from years ago that are still unresolved and hanging around and, as a result, negatively impacting their credit report. If this is the case for you, debt validation and debt settlement are two recommended strategies for resolving these old [...]

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What Is A Debt Settlement “Program”?

April 14, 2010

Unless you have been out of the country for a few years or have been living under a rock, you have no doubt heard and seen countless number of advertisements for debt settlement companies. If you search the term “debt settlement program” in Google, you’ll get nearly 6 million results. One thing that most of [...]

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Popular Debt Settlement Myth Exposed

April 12, 2010

If you are considering debt settlement to resolve your credit card debts, I strongly urge you to do your own research and be as informed as possible before deciding to move forward. Regular readers of the DIY Debt blog know how little I think of the majority of debt settlement companies out there and that [...]

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3 Drawbacks of Debt Settlement

March 30, 2010

Regular readers of the DIY Debt blog know how important it is to fully research the different debt reduction strategies available before deciding which one is most appropriate for you and your specific situation.There is no substitute for doing your own homework and fully educating yourself on the pros and cons before committing to a [...]

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Does Debt Settlement Have Tax Consequences?

March 10, 2010

If you are thoroughly researching the debt settlement method to overcoming your financial struggles, you may be wondering about any possible tax consequences associated with this strategy. Third party debt settlement companies will often spin this subject into how enrolling in their program is better for you, but you shouldn’t fall for that sales tactic [...]

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Why You Should Save Your Tax Refund For Debt Settlement

March 8, 2010

It’s tax season again and while the thought of filing taxes causes anxiety for a lot of people, that doesn’t have to be the case. Especially when you learn you are going to get a refund from the IRS. What should you do with your tax refund? Many personal finance experts are quick to suggest [...]

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Will Do It Yourself Debt Settlement Help Me?

March 5, 2010

Do it yourself debt settlement can be a very effective way to pay off your credit card and unsecured debts if you are a good candidate for it. It’s an aggressive method to resolving your accounts but it’s not for everyone and every situation. Many consumers, professionals and small business owners need help in determining [...]

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