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Debt Settlement Offer Letter

Negotiate a settlement with a creditor or collector. We'll help you prepare a formal settlement offer.

Document Preparation Fee

$299

One-time payment

This fee covers guided preparation of your debt settlement offer letter based on your specific situation.

What This Is

A debt settlement offer letter is a formal written proposal to settle a debt for less than the full amount owed. It outlines your financial hardship and presents a specific settlement amount.

When to Use This

  • You're facing financial hardship and cannot pay the full debt amount
  • A debt has been sent to collections and you want to negotiate
  • You want to settle an old debt and move forward
  • You have a lump sum available but less than the total owed

What We'll Ask You

We'll guide you through 12-14 questions including:

  • Original creditor and current account holder details
  • Total debt amount and your settlement offer
  • Reasons for your financial hardship
  • Payment terms and timeline you're proposing
  • Whether you want this settlement in writing first

What You'll Receive

A professionally formatted settlement offer letter with appropriate tone and legal language, ready to sign and send via certified mail. You'll download it as a PDF and send it yourself.

What This Is NOT

  • This is not credit repair or debt consolidation services
  • This does not guarantee your offer will be accepted
  • This is not legal advice or attorney negotiation
  • You prepare and send this document yourself

Disclaimer: PastDu provides document preparation services, not legal advice. This service helps you prepare a settlement offer letter. We do not negotiate on your behalf or guarantee creditor acceptance. For legal advice, consult a licensed attorney.