SAN MATEO, Calif., Nov. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Freedom Debt Relief, one of the nation's largest debt settlement companies, has earned multiple top honors in 2025, solidifying its standing as one of ...

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Americans suffer high amounts of consumer debt, primarily revolving credit card debt. In February 2025, the average credit card debt per American was $6,455, up $194 from a year ago. However, that ...

If you’re struggling with crushing credit card debt and mounting overdue bills, debt settlement could be a lifeline, helping you clear your balances for less than you owe. When you successfully settle ...

Life has a way of surprising us — and not always in a good way. For example, a sudden job loss, a medical emergency or an unexpected expense can derail even the most carefully planned budget. When ...

Recently, the Federal Trade Commission filed a complaint against seven companies and three individuals operating the "Accelerated Debt" program that falsely claimed to reduce consumers' debt by as ...

WASHINGTON, June 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC) today announced the launch of its transformative "Life Beyond Debt" program, a comprehensive initiative ...

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