subject: Introduction To Debt Settlement [print this page] Debt settlement is handled old, outstanding debts. Many times a person may be able to do this themselves, working with their lender, but sometimes a person will need the help of a professional to work the deal for them. Debt settlement can be tricky. It can be hard to get a lender to negotiate.
Part of the reason why debt settlement is so difficult is because the lender is in the right. They loaned the money in good faith to the borrower and the borrower defaulted on that loan. The borrower owes the money and the lender has every right to collect it in full. It is not surprising then that they do not want to negotiate a settlement.
However, in cases where the debt has been long standing the lender is more likely to want to try to resolve it. They will often offer a deal that cuts the debt down. They may offer to take off a part of the debt owed or they may offer to set up payment arrangements that are affordable.
The best bet with debt settlement is to try to get as much of the debt cleared as possible. This will make repayment much easier. Many times lenders will not settle for a lower amount unless the borrower can pay off the account right then and there. This is where professional settlement companies can come in handy.
The professionals have a working relationship with the creditors and they can often get a nice settlement. How these companies work ,though, is they pay the debt, which is another loan, and the borrower pays them a lump sum each month to cover the debts they handled. There are fees involved and it will be costly.
The professionals also know the laws regarding debt. There are time limits or statues of limitation on how long a debt can be collected. These limits vary form state to state and also according to the type of debt. Many people do not even know they exist. If a debt is beyond the statue of limitations then you do not have to pay it. Whoever is settling the debt - the borrower or a company- should first check the statute of limitations on each debt to ensure it has not run out. This alone can be a big moony saver.
The benefits of debt settlement are being able to clear up the credit report. The borrower can get those old debts of their credit and start to rebuild their credit rating. Debt settlement is something a person should try to do before they find a need to borrow money again. Debt settlement is a good way to rebuild credit and get a fresh start.
by: James Copper
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