Does debt forgiveness ruin your credit?

Debt forgiveness can provide a path to becoming debt-free, but can you pursue it without destroying your credit score? Getty Images/iStockphoto If you’re overwhelmed with the amount of debt you’ve racked up on your credit cards or by taking out personal loans, the idea of settling it for less than you owe might feel like…

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FTC shuts down student loan firms over deceptive debt relief practices | News Brief

By Oscar Gonzalez2025-05-20T12:30:00 The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) took action against a pair of student loan debt relief companies for allegedly deceiving borrowers. The move came despite the Trump administration’s broader efforts to roll back enforcement actions against businesses since taking office. Panda Benefit Services and Select Student Services allegedly claimed to be affiliated with…