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Not all people fall into debt because of irresponsibility. There are other instances when we are forced to pay for things because it goes beyond financial worth. Natural calamities, loss of a loved one, your wife or children’s hospitalization, all of these may happen at random. Our immediate response would be to prioritize those things that we see more important than our other finances. Unfortunately, unexpected events that take a huge chunk of our funds often lead to debt.

Sometimes, we ask ourselves, “Is Debt Settlement right for me?” or “Is there a way for me to manage my current financial problems?” With the right Debt Management Plan, there is a way.

To help you understand, here is how it works:

·         The first thing you need to do is to check all your finances. It’s always important to know the extent of the “damage” so that you could prepare a course of action to fix the problem. To help you out, it’s best to ask a professional to help you. Remember that all your finances should include your current income, your expenses and details about your debt.

·         After assessment and evaluation, the next key step is to establish a payment plan. Your DMP company will set a repayment plan based on what they think is appropriate for your current financial situation. The established plan is expected to cover a short span of time and the repayment option should help you manage your current debt faster than doing it alone.

·         Once the plan has been sorted, it’s time to focus on your payment options. Your current DMP company will have to talk to your creditors and find a way to lower interest rates. During the final stages of implementation, a single monthly payment or a consolidated payment plan should be employed to make your payment a lot easier and more convenient for you. This will also allow you to settle a single debt with your DMP company as they handle payments for all your other debts included in the consolidated plan.

A Debt Management Plan may have varying steps and options depending on the company you choose. However, be sure to do the following before applying for any company:

·         Company license and services offered.

·         Contracts and company policies

·         Background check

·         All the fees included

·         Client information and privacy

·         Counselor credibility