Archive for May, 2006

What problems are involved with using these “Credit Card Debt Reduction Services”?

Friday, May 19th, 2006

Les R asked: I see a lot of advertisement from companies that claim they can reduce your credit card debt by 40% to 60%. What is the down side to using them? If they are successfull does it effect your credit rating? What do they charge? What must your situation be [...]

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Collection agency offered 20% reduction on my outstanding balance?

Tuesday, May 16th, 2006

David R asked: I have a PO Box address, and I’ve moved a few times recently (not to evade them, but for other reasons…). Are they offering 20% reduction in my debt. Should I take it? Pros/Cons?Madeleine Bowsher

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Does anyone have experience with a debt reduction program?

Sunday, May 7th, 2006

jennyh asked: I am considering this, and the company is recomended by BBB as being legitimate, they get the unsecured credit card companies to reduce your balances, by paying them a fee, and set up a smaller payment plan that is paid off in 3-5 years, instead of 10-25 years. The actual [...]

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Have you ever used a debt reduction company, and how much did it hurt your credit score?

Thursday, May 4th, 2006

jsjproject asked: How long before your credit score became good again?Linh Costa

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