How to negotiate a debt settlement
You can negotiate with your creditors to settle your debt by paying a lump-sum amount that’s less than what you owe. Here’s how.
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You can negotiate with your creditors to settle your debt by paying a lump-sum amount that’s less than what you owe. Here’s how.
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