Debt negotiation companies that claim they can wipe your credit clean or guarantee they can reduce your debt are bad because they cant deliver. But reputable companies can negotiate with your creditors, often reducing your debt 10% to 50%. They can also help you rebuild your credit score by reducing debt and getting a handle on your monthly payments.
Claims That Are Too Good
Companies claiming that debt negotiation has no impact on your credit score or that they can remove negative scores are lying. Creditors will report accounts that have been reduced, and it will stay on your credit history for seven years. All other negative scores, such as late or missed payments, will also be on your record for seven years even if accounts are closed.
Guarantees that your all your debts can be reduced should also be avoided. Creditors have no requirement to negotiate with you or a debt negotiation company. But if creditors see that you are struggling with payments, they may lower your debt to recoup at least some payment from you. With bankruptcy, lenders may never see repayment.
Promises You Can Believe
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