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Straight answers on debt relief

We break down how debt settlement, consolidation, and credit counseling really work — the costs, the timelines, and the credit trade-offs — so you can compare your options with clear eyes.

Illustration: several high-interest debts consolidating into one simpler, lower monthly payment

Find Your Option →

Four quick questions and a straight answer on which route fits — including “not this one” if that’s the honest reply.

JG Wentworth Debt Relief Review →

Is JG Wentworth legit? Our honest 2026 review of the program, costs, and who it fits.

Debt Relief vs. Debt Consolidation →

The plain-English difference, side by side — and which path fits your situation.

How We Evaluate →

What we look at when we assess each route out of debt — and exactly where our advertising revenue comes from.