Posted on May 10, 2010 at 10:11 am

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Posted on May 11, 2010 at 5:29 am Credit card debt consolidation for a better future? - There are two types of credit card debt consolidation. Debt settlement and credit counseling-debt management plan. Depending on the account status and total debt amount,the consumer can be debt free in five years or less.

Posted on May 11, 2010 at 5:43 am Credit card debt consolidation for a better future - if by consolidation you mean debt settlement, the program is about negotiating the consumer's balance into more or less half and help them be debt free in three years or less. Then the consumer can start anew. People may say it's too good to be true, but it's not, the Obama administration even gave the bank/creditor sector a stimulus package to encourage settlements, and so more creditors now are receptive to it. Debt settlement can reduce the debt to more or less half, depending of course on the situation, but if it's successful, the consumer should know that it is taxable.

Posted on May 11, 2010 at 5:55 am Credit card debt consolidation for a better future- by consolidation you can also be talking about bankruptcy . Although it is not recommended for those who are still concerned with their credit, it might be the best solution for the senior citizens, as well as those consumers facing situations that need bankruptcy's automatic stay provision. It's a defense against all collection activities.

Posted on May 11, 2010 at 7:28 am Credit card debt consolidation for a better future - I like this! But first, the consumer should do their homework and check out the consolidation company (may it be debt settlement or credit counseling) before signing up. How to find a legitimate settlement company? -The settlement company's program must have a fast completion time. 12-36 months. -The program must be able to protect and improve the consumer's credit standing. -Must be a member of the Better Business Bureau, BBB, for at least 5 years. -Must also have a good standing with the Chamber of Commerce -A Member of TASC - The Association Of Settlement Companies and the IAPDA or the International Association of Professional Debt Arbitrators

Posted on July 20, 2010 at 12:52 am debt consolidation is the legal way to reduce your credit card debt...and i think if your are stuck with your credit debt then the debt consolidation is the best possible solution for the clearing your debts...

Posted on July 21, 2010 at 6:35 am Debt consolidation could also be talking about loans. Taking out a loanto pay off all the other debt, which is not advisable, if the debts are mostlyunsecured and the credit standing is bad. The consumer can instead turn todebt consolidation PROGRAMS just like what the previous posts said.

Posted on July 29, 2010 at 12:01 am The benefits of consolidating your credit card debt are many, with one of the most important being the peace of mind you'll have when you need to make just one payment a month, all while getting in control of your credit card debt. If you have good credit, you can also benefit by being able to negotiate a lower interest rate. After all, the 0% rate is usually introductory, but depending on how much money you bring onto the card, the credit card company may respond by offering you a lower interest rate. No matter what, getting in control of your debt and your spending, although hard to do at first, will eventually offer you a great sense of accomplishment.

Posted on July 29, 2010 at 4:42 am You are right people who use credit card wisely finds the maximum benefit of it otherwise it can be disastrous.