Certainly do-it-yourself debt settlement is not for everyone. Then again, nothing is and for a lot of people, it’s a great fit. The purpose of this article is to detail some of the factors that one should consider when determining whether the self-debt negotiation avenue is the proper course of action for you.
Who should do it on their own . . .
The biggest advantage of getting a debt consolidation loan over settling your debts is the fact that your credit is never impacted. Another significant advantage is the fact that the interest from loans consolidated against the equity in your home is tax-deductible. That means the true cost of the loan is ultimately reduced by whatever tax savings you are able to realize.
Debt consolidation loans vs. debt-settlement . . .
Another major problem with Chapter 7 is you may not qualify. Since the bankruptcy laws changed in 2005, people who earn more than the median income in their state may instead be forced into Chapter 13 bankruptcy.
Chapter 7 bankruptcy vs. debt-settlement . . .