Debt settlement usually means handing over a lump sum of cash, but that's not the only way to settle your debt.

Creditors don't always accept settlement offers on your timeline. Here's what drives the timing of their decisions.

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Falling behind on debt relief payments doesn't mean you've failed. It means you need to come up with a new plan.

Let’s look at debt management plans vs. debt relief programs to help you decide.

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