For Debt Relief TODAY, Call: 800.656.6204

Get out of Debt and Stay ThereELIMINATE DEBT

For Debt Relief TODAY, Call: 800.656.6204

For more helpful financial tips visit our website: www. DebtBurst.com

Rise in Tempting Consumer CreditConsumers are bombarded with advertising messages urging them to use credit “There’s no need to save, you can get what you want TODAY and pay for it later, it’s easy, simply use your credit.” Easy credit, and high interest rates and fees charged make these companies very profitable and contributes to many Americans in debt to-day. Easy credit has changed the way people think about and spend money. The biggest change is that credit has turned most indi-viduals and families in America into debtors – with all the pressures and Federal Reserve, Americans are in $1.98 trillion of debt, that’s more than $18,000 per household!

The Trouble with DebtUnfortunately, now any type of economic downturn sends thousands of people into bankruptcy. Huge increases in mortgage foreclosures have affected nearly every com-munity and have had a devastating domino effect on the economy.

Debt Quiz Answer Yes or No to each of the following questions:

1. Are your debts making your home life unhappy? 2. Does the pressure of your debts distract you

from your daily work? 3. Are your debts affecting your reputation? 4. Do your debts cause you to think less of

yourself? 5. Have you ever given false information in order

to obtain credit? 6. Have you ever made unrealistic promises to

your creditors? 7. Does the pressure of your debts make you

careless of the welfare of your family? 8. Do you ever fear your employer, family, or

friends will learn the extent of your total indebtedness?

9. When faced with a difficult financial situation, does the prospect of borrowing give you a feeling of relief?

10. Does the pressure of your debts cause you to have difficulty in sleeping?

11. Has the pressure of your debts ever caused you to consider getting drunk?

12. Have you ever borrowed money without giving adequate consideration to the rate of interest you’re required to pay?

13. Do you usually expect a negative response when you are subject to a credit investigation?

14. Have you ever developed a strict regimen for paying off your debtors, only to break it under pressure?

15. Do you justify your debts by telling yourself you are superior to the “other” people, and when you get your “break” you’ll be out of debt overnight.

Yes No

For Debt Relief TODAY, Call: 800.656.6204

Get out of Debt and Stay ThereELIMINATE DEBT

For Debt Relief TODAY, Call: 800.656.6204

For more helpful financial tips visit our website: www.DebtBurst.com

Debt Quiz ConclusionIf you answered, “Yes” to eight or more of the fifteen questions, chances are you have a compulsive debt problem, or you’re well on your way to having one. If you answered, “Yes” to five or more - you may still need some help.

Hope is HERE!Not to worry, now you’re on the right path.You have the power to make changes in your financial life, get your finances in order, and to build new hab-its which give you more freedom. These changes can improve more than just your life; they can help busi-nesses, civic organizations, and even government. Your desire to be debt free must be strong enough to overcome the temporary discomfort of learning new attitudes and habits.

You have OptionsSuggestions you may want to consider on how you can eliminate your debt are:

Debt Rollup Plan

Debt Settlement

Debt Management

1. Debt Rollup PlanFirst of all, you must continue to follow your spend-ing plan to avoid accruing any new debt. You will not be increasing your total monthly pay-ments. Once you’ve paid off your first debt, you would then add the amount of that payment to the minimum payment of the next debt on the list until

the next debt has been paid off - another debt has been “rolled up!” Continue this process and watch as all of your debt gets rolled up.

2. Debt Settlement (Debt Negotiation)Debt Settlement is when you negotiate a reduced payoff with your creditors called a “settlement.” Typically this is used when your financial situation is in crisis. The money is placed in an account until the debt negotiator makes an offer to your creditors. Be careful when choosing a debt negotia-tor! Get their fees in writing. Some companies will charge hefty fees and not pay any of your debt for several months thus trashing your credit. While hav-ing to pay less on your total debt is tempting, first get the facts of the process and fees, then carefully con-sider your options.

3. Debt Management (Credit Counseling)Debt Management and Credit Counseling can go hand-in-hand. Whatever debt elimination option you choose, a professional credit counselor should be able to guide you in the right direction. Debt Management plans will typically require a monthly payment which they use to disperse to your credi-tors. A comment may be placed on your credit re-port until the account is paid in full, and won’t hurt your credit score. They should manage your pay-ments and pay off your debt as soon as possible -- this usually takes approximately three to four years. Again, ask for all of their prices and fees upfront and in writing. A reliable credit counselor will tailor a program to fit your needs, welcomes your questions and encourages progress towards debt elimination with ongoing coaching.

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