A reader asks…

I have approximately $15K in various credit card and hospital bill debt. I am looking for a good company that does debt consolidations/loans.
There are lots and lots of companies available but i’ve heard there are both good and bad ones out there. Personal experiences are highly important so if you have any – please share them.
Also, is there any rating/review service or consumer guide that has written about this field? Web Links?

A reader asks…

I need a credit counseling/debt consolidation service in Chattanooga that is reliable and honest.
Thanks!

A reader asks…

I owe on 3 credit cards. One is starting to fall behind on the payments as its too much to pay. Which route is the way to go? Debt consolidation or contacting creditors & explaining that I was living beyond my means & now I am having trouble paying.
On the one card I’m having trouble with (Chase), my monthly balance is $299 but I can afford to pay $180 a month to them. I’ve heard horror stories where people get the WORST treatment when they try to set up payment plans with credit card companies. Do most companies decline an offer of a payment arrangement? I can get back to more payments in January or February but now is hard.