What is a hardship plan?

A hardship plan is a type of debt assistance offered to people struggling to pay back their debts in Washington. It is a way for debtors to create an agreement with creditors to reduce their overall debt and allow them to pay it off in a more manageable way. Under this plan, debtors can negotiate with creditors to reduce their interest rate or monthly payments, or even eliminate their debt altogether. The purpose of a hardship plan is to help debtors who are having a difficult time paying back their debts and don’t have the money to do so in the traditional way. Hardship plans are only available to certain types of financial hardship, such as those caused by unemployment, medical bills, divorce, or other extenuating circumstances. Additionally, some state laws, including those in Washington, may place specific restrictions on who can qualify for a hardship plan. When applying for a hardship plan, debtors should be prepared to provide documentation and information to prove that they are facing a genuine financial hardship. Additionally, if their creditor agrees to a hardship plan, debtors must still make regular payments according to the agreement. If the payments are missed, the creditor may cancel the hardship plan, making it difficult for the debtor to pay off the debt.

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