Debt Counseling Flashcards
1
Q
Define Debt Reviw
A
- A voluntary process
- undergone by a person or couple
- who can’t meet monthly debt obligations
- during which a DC negotiate with creditors to reduce monthly repayments
2
Q
What is debt restructuring
A
Reducing interest rates and increasing credit term
3
Q
Pros of debt review
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- Consolidate debt into 1 lower monthly repayment
- Asset protection
- Credit providers no longer harass with phone calls
4
Q
Cons of debt review
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- Longer payment period
- No new credit
- Not all types of debt can be included in debt review