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Steps for Approaching a Debt Settlement Negotiation
If you are considering debt settlement as a possible option, what should you be considering as you decide whether this is the right decision for you? Further, what steps will you need to take in advance of the debt settlement negotiations? Debt settlement is one form of debt relief in Georgia that can allow… Read More »
Can I Settle Debt Associated with a Bank Levy?
If you owe debt to a creditor and have become delinquent or in default, the creditor may have taken legal action against you in order to recover the money you owe. What that typically means is that the creditor has filed a civil lawsuit against you. In filing a lawsuit, the creditor asks the… Read More »
Will Settling My Debt Prevent Me from Being Approved for a Mortgage?
If you are struggling with unsecured debt — such as credit card debt or personal loan debt — you may be wondering about debt settlement. Debt settlement can be an attractive option for debt relief for debtors who have the ability to make a lump-sum payment to creditors. Further, debt settlement does not impact… Read More »
Can I Settle Debt Associated with a Property Lien?
Learning that a creditor or debt collector is suing you to collect the money you owe is an extremely stressful experience. Nobody wants to have to face a lawsuit from a creditor. Many Georgia residents often have misconceptions about what this type of lawsuit can involve, too, and what the consequences can be. It… Read More »
What Amount of Debt is Too Much to Settle?
Are you struggling to repay your debt and considering debt relief options? Is debt settlement one of the options you are considering? If so, you may be wondering about the amount of debt you owe and whether it is possible to settle it. More specifically, you might want to know if there is a… Read More »
What is the Difference Between Delinquency and Default with Debt?
With wages remaining stagnant and inflation resulting in an increase in costs, it is becoming more difficult for consumers in Georgia to pay their debts. Is more of your income going toward necessities, such as bills or groceries or childcare? Across the state and country, inflation is leading more Americans to take on debt… Read More »
Do I Have to Pay Credit Card Debt from Interest If I Settle My Debt?
The average credit card interest rate in the United States today is extremely high. According to LendingTree, the average APR for all credit cards is 23.79 percent, which represents an increase even from a few months prior. The maximum APR on all new credit card offers is at 27.41 percent as of May 2026,… Read More »
Is Credit Card Debt Settlement Worth It?
When you are struggling with credit card debt, you may be considering multiple options to help alleviate the financial strain you are under. You might be considering bankruptcy. Or you might be considering debt consolidation. At the same time, you might be thinking about debt settlement and wondering if it is the right option… Read More »
Can My Wages Be Garnished If I Settle My Debt?
Are your wages currently being garnished? Or have you received notice that a creditor is taking legal action against you that could result in your wages being garnished? If so, what this means is that a portion of your paycheck will be withheld and transferred to the creditor (or creditors) for debt you owe…. Read More »
Should I Consolidate Debt with a Personal Loan or Try to Settle My Debt?
When you are struggling with debt, it can feel nearly impossible to imagine yourself out of debt. You might be seeking information about options to ease some of the anxiety. Should you consider debt consolidation, for example? Or should you consider trying to negotiate a debt settlement agreement with creditors? According to a recent… Read More »