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Bankruptcy is more stressful than buying a home, having a child, getting married or experiencing bereaevement
Financial Education

Mar 17, 2026

11 min

America On The Brink of Bankruptcy

Explore what’s pushing Americans to the brink of bankruptcy, from rising living costs to growing debt, and how people rebuild their finances after filing....
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Financial Education

Mar 5, 2026

11 min

The Most Common Reasons for Debt

New research reveals the leading causes of personal debt in the U.S., along with its effects and the strategies people use to manage it....
Stopping debt collectors
Debt Resolution

February 4, 2026

12 min

What is the 11-Word Phrase to Stop Debt Collectors?

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Debt Resolution

August 14, 2025

10 min

How to Get a Debt Lawsuit Dismissed

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Annuity Purchasing

April 3, 2024

5 min

When Should I Start Taking Money Out of My Annuity?

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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Your vehicle
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