4 Steps to DIY Debt Reduction Services

It’s so easy to get into debt, like soul-crushing debt. I’ve been there and the average American household owes more than $50,000 in debt, not including mortgages.

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Professional debt reduction services come with some very high costs and even higher risks. Most of these risks, you won’t be able to see until you’ve already committed to the service.

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Read on to learn how to do your own debt reduction program to save thousands and avoid the risks in debt relief.

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3) Consolidate your debt to lower your payments

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4) Debt negotiation as a last resort

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