local Better Business Bureau to inquire as to the business practices of the companies you are considering. You can also talk with your friends, family, and co-workers as to who they recommend. Another option that you can use in order to find a reputable debt service is talking to a broker of loans. They will be familiar with debt consolidation and will have several businesses that will provide you with competent service.

Once you have found a debt counseling service that you trust you can set up a confidential meeting at no cost. During this time, the counselor will go over with you your financial condition. They will show you the areas that you can curb your spending, so that you decrease the chances of falling back into debt. They will also inform you as to the size of your debt and offer you several debt plans to help you get rid of debt. When you have decided to use their services and have chosen a plan that matches your financial needs, they will begin the process of contacting your creditors to negotiate for the lowest monthly amount and quite possibly stop your interest rate and fees. During this time, you will not be able to have access to the credit cards and your credit report will have a notation that you are in the process of debt counseling. This may adversely affect your credit score in the short term, but in the long run will increase your credit status.

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