Step-by-Step Overview of Debt Settlement through My Debt Navigator
1. Understand Debt Settlement
- Debt settlement involves negotiating with creditors to reduce the total debt owed on each account.
- Professional negotiators work on your behalf to secure lower settlements.
2. Accumulate Funds
- Clients make monthly contributions to a "special purpose" account.
- These funds are used to pay off settled debts in a lump sum.
3. Typical Timeframe
- The average time to resolve debts through this program is about 30 months.
4. Expected Savings
- Settlements typically range from 30% to 60% of the original debt.
- However, there is an added cost of 20% to 25% per account settled.
5. Legal Assistance (Optional)
- Legal assistance is available for an additional fee, providing extra support during the process.
6. Availability
- The debt settlement program is offered in most states.
- Currently, this option is not available in CT, MN, OR, VT, WI, WV or WY.
7. Next Steps
- Book an appointment with a debt specialist to determine which debt relief program will be the right option for your client.
- Our team is here to guide and assist them throughout the process.