Can Debt Negotiation Reduce What I Owe?
Hello everyone. Before going down the bankruptcy route, I’m curious whether negotiating directly with creditors can realistically reduce the total amount owed. Are settlements common, and do creditors actually agree to lower balances or interest rates? I’d prefer to resolve things without filing if possible, but I don’t know how effective negotiation typically is.
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