Getting out of Debt?
Saturday, July 11th, 2009
fantana06x asked:
I currently have 6 seriously delinquent/charged off accounts totaling about $9,000 and one $11,000 car loan that is current and paid on every month. This is technically my only revolving credit. I can’t get a loan anywhere and am denied any type of credit and i don’t own a home. I need to get my debt settled and want to know the best way to to that. I’ve heard conflicting information on charged off accounts. What is the best way to handle these accounts? In particular, I have about 3 accounts with balances over $2,000 that are charged off and some sold to outside collection agencies. My oldest debt is about 3 years. I’ve even heard that charged off accounts should just be left alone as if they will disappear with time! That can’t be true?
I currently have 6 seriously delinquent/charged off accounts totaling about $9,000 and one $11,000 car loan that is current and paid on every month. This is technically my only revolving credit. I can’t get a loan anywhere and am denied any type of credit and i don’t own a home. I need to get my debt settled and want to know the best way to to that. I’ve heard conflicting information on charged off accounts. What is the best way to handle these accounts? In particular, I have about 3 accounts with balances over $2,000 that are charged off and some sold to outside collection agencies. My oldest debt is about 3 years. I’ve even heard that charged off accounts should just be left alone as if they will disappear with time! That can’t be true?
Is it better to consolidate all my debt with a non-profit debt consolidation company?
If i choose to negotiate myself can I negotiate directly with the original company for a lower pay off or do I need to negotiate with the outside agency?
Jose
