Debt Resolution

Debt Resolution

Paying off debt with no money
Debt Resolution

Jul 12, 2024

6 min

How to Pay Off Credit Card Debt with No Money

While attacking debt when broke is extremely difficult, it's not impossible. With extreme discipline, sacrifice, and planning, you can manage to chip away at debt through creative measures and sheer force of will....
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Debt Resolution

Jul 12, 2024

6 min

How to Consolidate Credit Card Debt Without Hurting Your Credit

The process of consolidating card balances can easily become a double-edged sword if not executed properly. Do it wrong, and you risk accidentally tanking your credit score just when you need it most to qualify...
What is the average credit card debt
Debt Resolution

Jul 12, 2024

6 min

What is the Average Credit Card Debt?

Americans are having a bit of a credit card crisis. Within the last year, we have managed to rack up record-breaking amounts of credit card debt – over $1 trillion, to be exact. In fact,...
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Debt Resolution

Jul 12, 2024

6 min

How Debt Relief Really Works

If you've found yourself sinking deeper into that inescapable debt cycle, unable to even tread water with minimum payments anymore, it may be time to explore your debt relief options. But what does debt relief...
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Debt Resolution

Jul 11, 2024

6 min

How Long Can Debt Collectors Legally Pursue Old Debt?

For those struggling with debt, one of the most frequent and pressing questions is: How long can this legal cycle of debt pursuit actually go on? Is there any statute of limitations expiration date where...
Car being repossesse
Debt Resolution

Jul 9, 2024

7 min

What Happens to Your Debt When Your Car is Repossessed?

While the repo truck showing up in your driveway is undoubtedly traumatic, take a deep breath. You do still have some rights and potential options - starting with understanding if that outstanding auto debt is...
Image of $100 bill with paper saying "Default?"
Debt Resolution

Jul 9, 2024

6 min

Defaulting on Debt: What It Means and How to Bounce Back

The dreaded word “default” puts many consumers into a cold sweat. Defaulting on debts like credit cards, loans, or even mortgages can feel like a catastrophic financial failure with lasting impacts. Let's take a look...
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Debt Resolution

Jul 9, 2024

7 min

Debt-to-Equity Ratio: What it Measures and Why it Matters

Debt-to-equity ratio is actually a pretty straightforward concept that can tell you a lot about your personal financial health. Learn all about it, here!...
Woman looking stressed while talking to debt collector on phone
Debt Resolution

Jul 9, 2024

7 min

How to Get Rid of Debt Collectors Without Paying

If you find yourself drowning in a sea of debt without any lifeline in sight, know that you have rights and options to rid yourself of these relentless collection agencies without necessarily rendering payment. With...
What happens to credit card debt when you die
Debt Resolution

Jul 8, 2024

7 min

What Happens to Credit Card Debt When You Die?

If there’s anything less fun to talk about than credit card debt, it’s definitely death. While it's an unpleasant topic, being prepared for the end of life extends beyond just writing a will or making...
Newly married millennial couple on cash with student debt graduation cap
Debt Resolution

Jul 8, 2024

7 min

Am I Responsible for My Spouse’s Debt?

When you said "I do" to your spouse, you likely weren't thinking about potential debt ramifications down the road. Unfortunately, the harsh reality is that debt can often be a contentious issue for married couples...
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Debt Resolution

Jul 8, 2024

7 min

Does Bankruptcy Clear All Debt?

For individuals drowning in an overwhelming sea of debt, the idea of bankruptcy can feel like a life raft – a means of escape from the unrelenting waves of financial stress. However, the question that...

The numbers we provide here are estimates based on some assumptions:

On your own:

Based on industry averages, we estimate a monthly compounding interest rate of 22.99% and that you are making a minimum payment that is 2.5% of your total debt.

JGW:

The length of your program is determined by your debt amount. Programs are between 24 and 60 months in length and average program length is around 42 months.

Savings amount is an estimate base on average customer savings on their monthly payment. Real results will vary and some customers will save more, less or not at all.

Disclaimer: The calculator on this web site is for estimation and educational purposes only. JG Wentworth makes no guarantees regarding its accuracy and specifically disclaims any and all liability arising from the use of this or any other calculator on this web site. Use at your own risk and verify all results with an appropriate financial professional before taking action. We are not registered investment advisers, attorneys, CPA’s or other financial service professionals and do not render legal, tax, accounting, investment advice or other professional services.

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