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Debt Resolution Plans

A safer, more affordable take on debt settlement. Learn more about MMI’s newest debt repayment solution.

For consumers with overwhelming debts who have fallen behind on their bills and can’t afford to repay their debts in full, MMI is proud to offer the debt resolution plan (DRP).

What is a debt resolution plan?

A debt resolution plan is similar to a traditional, for-profit debt settlement. The difference? As a non-profit, we provide this service at a lower cost to you. As with traditional settlement, MMI negotiates with your creditors for a partial repayment of your debts. Once the agreed upon payoff is completed, your debts are considered paid off.

Because a DRP only requires a partial repayment of your outstanding debt, the monthly payment is smaller and more manageable than other debt repayment options.

How does debt resolution work?

MMI’s debt resolution program is simple and straightforward:

  1. Work with a debt counselor to review your finances and determine the best repayment plan for your situation.
  2. Begin making monthly deposits to MMI.
  3. While funds are collected, your MMI debt counselor will begin negotiating with your creditors for a reduced payoff of your accounts, sometimes as low as 50% of the original balance.
  4. Once an agreement is reached with a creditor, MMI begins making payments on your behalf using the collected funds.
  5. After the final settlement is completed your DRP is closed and you are officially debt-free!

How does it compare to for-profit settlement?

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MMI’s debt resolution plan has the same benefits of for-profit debt settlement, but with some key perks:

  • Lower fees: MMI’s DRP is more affordable, with a more transparent fee structure. As a nonprofit, we have access to more affordable creditor payment platforms, allowing us to pass those savings on to you.
  • User-friendly fee structure: Most for-profit debt settlement companies take their entire fee after the first payment to a creditor, prioritizing their payment over your success. At MMI, we only collect our fees as each creditor account is successfully settled and paid off.
  • No commitment: If you feel like the DRP isn’t working for you, you can cancel any time. We’ll refund any collected funds that haven’t been paid to your creditors or collected as fees for service.

If you’re overwhelmed with collection calls and other debt repayment options are out of reach, a DRP might be the solution you’ve been waiting for.

Debt resolution plan FAQs

What are the fees for a debt resolution plan?

What are the fees for a DRP

In most states, MMI will charge a total fee of 15% of the original balance. In some states, you may be charged a flat monthly fee determined by your state’s regulations. Your counselor will help you understand the fees before starting your plan.

How much of my debt will I have repay?

How much of my debt will I have to repay while on a DRP?

We’ll work with your creditors to get the lowest possible payoff. While we can’t guarantee a specific percentage, we may be able to negotiate a payoff as low as 50% of the original balance.

Do I have to be behind on my debts to use a DRP?

Do I have to be behind on my debts to use a DRP?

The DRP is only appropriate for consumers with debts that are delinquent, about to become delinquent, or charged off. MMI does not recommend intentionally withholding payments from creditors to qualify for a DRP. For consumers who are still current with their payments, a debt management plan may be more appropriate.

Can creditors take legal action against me while on a DRP?

Can creditors take legal action against me while on a DRP?

A DRP does not prevent a creditor from taking legal action to recover unpaid debts. To protect and support you through any potential legal action, MMI offers DRP clients an optional monthly legal services plan.

Will collection efforts stop while I’m on a DRP?

While MMI can communicate with your creditors on your behalf, we cannot stop your creditors from continuing collection efforts while on the DRP.

Is there a fee to cancel my DRP?

There’s no fee or penalty to cancel your DRP and any collected funds that haven’t been disbursed to your creditors or collected as fees for service will be refunded.

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