Wondering if debt settlement is your best option, or just another trap? Join George from Solo as he sits down with Sheldon Banker, a longtime expert from TurboDebt, to break down how debt settlement works, when it makes sense, and what to do if you’re already being sued.Sheldon shares real listener Q&As covering payday loans, massive interest fees, co-signed student loans, and navigating settlement while enrolled in a debt relief program.
Sued for debt? Visit https://www.solosuit.com/?utm=podcast to respond.
In this week’s episode of The Debt Hotline, you’ll learn:
- [Start] What TurboDebt does and how they help consumers tackle overwhelming debt
- 03:24 Can you still settle after getting sued for a payday loan?
- 05:30 Why lawsuits change your options, and how Solo helps
- 06:32 How to respond when a collector tacks on $14K in interest to your credit card debt
- 09:21 What to expect if you’re in a debt relief program and still getting summons
- 13:30 Debt settlement vs. bankruptcy: when each makes sense
- 15:11 How to negotiate with collectors if you don’t have full payment upfront
- 17:14 Why DIY debt settlement is tough and what professionals can do differently
- 20:39 Solo’s 7-step roadmap from lawsuit response to building credit
- 22:21 Is your debt big enough for a settlement program? (The $7,500 rule)
- 23:14 Co-signed a student loan that defaulted? What to do when you’re now being pursued
Key insights from Sheldon Banker:
- Most debt settlement companies can’t help once a lawsuit has been filed, Solo can.
- The scariest part of debt relief is the fear of letting go of your credit score, but minimum payments forever isn’t a real solution.
- If your debts total more than $7,500, a settlement program may be a smart alternative to bankruptcy.
- Private student loans are eligible for settlement, even if you’re a co-signer.
- You can negotiate yourself, but working with a company can save serious time, stress, and money.
George and Sheldon also walk through Solo’s roadmap for financial recovery, from responding to a lawsuit to rebuilding credit after resolution. Learn more about TurboDebt at
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