Credit Relief Services?

[Anonymous]

What are your thoughts and feelings about using credit settlment/relief companies? I have two loans that I want to possibly use them for. 

[Anonymous]

I've never used one, but they always sound extremely sketchy when I hear their ads on the radio or see a low budget commercial on TV.  I'd do a lot of internet searching and reading about whatever company you are considering before I thought about pulling the trigger.

[Anonymous]

Personally, I think if you're going to attempt to settle for less that you can do that on your own and keep yourself in the driver's seat.

[Anonymous]

Thanks, all.  I am getting more advice to not do it. Maybe, I will just handle this myself...

[Anonymous]

I'd always recommend trying these type of things yourself first, as you may be surprised how successful you are handling it on your own.