We have all heard about debt consolidation non profit services and their free programs of assistance for those in debt crisis or who have found themselves in a situation of unexpected loss and bad loans.

In this article we look at whether they really are free and give tips of how to outsmart them and still get out of our debts without necessarily using them.

But the question remains - how reliable are these nonprofit companies and how do they make their money if they are free?

These type of companies rely on voluntary contribution from you and your creditors. Most people are not aware that the lenders will advance them 5-10% of the monthly payments you make to cover their expenses for the work that they are doing.

So by using them you are increasing your debt load by bringing in another person who you have to pay 5-10% of your debt? That money would do well in reducing your debt.
There is also a nominal fee to be paid before they start your case.

My outlook is you can approach your lenders and negotiate with them for affordable terms. This will require a written plan of your how you intend to repay the debt and your commitment.

I would also recommend a course in money management to avoid a similar situation in the future.

Be knowledgeable, be ready, be forearmed!

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