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August 2022 — Best Company recently awarded Freedom Debt Relief its 2022 Expert's Choice Award. About the Expert’s Choice Award Every year, the Best Company vertical expert highlights one company that they think stands out among competitors, regardless of overall category ranking. The Expert’s Choice Award is given to a top company in an industry based on the Best Company expert's analysis and discretion. Freedom Debt Relief did not apply for, nor pay to receive this award. About Freedom Debt Relief {%company-card vertical="debt-relief" company="freedom-debt-relief"%} Best Company User Star Rating — 4.7 (out of 5) Accreditations — AFCC, IAPDA Year Founded — 2002 Freedom Debt Relief has resolved billions in consumer debt since opening its doors in 2002. The debt relief company boasts over 12,000 positive 5-star reviews and continues to receive high praise for its attention to quality service. FDR is a clear standout in the debt relief industry and an easy choice for this award. As a debt settlement company, Freedom Debt Relief works with creditors to settle debt amounts for lower than what was originally owed. The company's time in business and industry accreditations speak to its expertise in debt negotiation. With services available in 40 states across the country, Freedom Debt continues to please customers by helping them alleviate debt burdens and move forward with more financial peace. Company insight Awards and accomplishments Freedom Debt Relief has received multiple awards and recognitions for achievements on Best Company. Here are some of the awards FDR has received in the last year:  2022 5-Star Rating Award — The 5-Star Rating Award is given to companies that have higher than a 4.5 star rating on Best Company. (See full press release) 2022 Great Customer Service Award — The Great Customer Service Award is presented to companies that have a 4+ average service sentiment with a minimum of 50 user reviews on Best Company. (See full press release)  10,000 Reviews — This recognition is given to companies that have 10,000 reviews on Best Company, and as of 2022, FDR is 1 of only 6 companies to have achieved this milestone. Freedom Debt Relief reviews Freedom Debt Relief customers are eager to agree with our expert's choice; 81 percent of reviewers gave FDR 5 stars for its services. The company also averages 4.5 stars in each of Best Company's subcategories: value, quality, service, and trustworthiness. Former and current Freedom Debt Relief clients frequently mention the company's genuine care for and loyalty to its clients, excellent customer service, and thorough explanations of services offered.  Here is a recent positive review for Freedom Debt Relief: The bottom line It's not just one thing that sets Freedom Debt Relief apart — it's an impressive array of accolades, reviews, and industry know-how, all combined in a well-established debt settlement company. If you are seeking to get out of debt and don't know where to start, we suggest you set up a free consultation with a debt professional at FDR. Read more about Freedom Debt Relief

June 2022 — Best Company recently announced the 12 debt relief companies that earned the 5-Star Rating Award in 2022. About this award The 5-Star Rating Award from Best Company is given to companies that have higher than a 4.5 star rating on Best Company.  The debt relief companies on this list did not have to apply for this award. Rather, they qualified based on positive reviews from their past clients, specifically regarding the overall impression their clients have of their brand, customer service, and experience with the company. Award recipients The companies listed below are the debt relief recipients of the 2022 5-Star Rating Award. These companies are not listed in any particular order. {%company-card vertical="debt-relief" company="pacific-debt-inc"%} Pacific Debt has been in business since 2002, helping people get out of debt for as little as possible. The company's minimum debt requirement is $10,000. {%company-card vertical="debt-relief" company="consolidated-credit"%} Based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Consolidated Credit has been helping clients sort through complicated debt issues since 1993. It is a nonprofit, credit counseling organization. {%company-card vertical="debt-relief" company="accredited-debt-relief"%} Accredited Debt Relief typically charges between 15 and 25 percent of your enrolled debt for its services and is accredited with the AFCC. {%company-card vertical="debt-relief" company="american-credit-card-solutions"%} Offering debt settlement services in 17 states, American Credit Card Solutions has been in business for nearly 15 years and is headquarted in Frederick, Maryland. {%company-card vertical="debt-relief" company="century-law-firm"%} Century Law Firm was founded in 2007 and offers debt settlement services out of Jacksonville, Florida.  {%company-card vertical="debt-relief" company="new-era-debt-solutions"%} New Era Debt Solutions has an average completion time of 27.73 months for client cases, and offers services nearly nationwide. The company was founded in 2000. {%company-card vertical="debt-relief" company="debt-rx"%} Offering debt relief services in both English and Spanish, Debt Rx has over 20 years of industry experience under its belt and services 38 states as well as Washington, D.C. {%company-card vertical="debt-relief" company="consolidation-plus"%} Consolidation Plus offers consolidation loans to help clients work towards paying off all of their debts in one place. The company is based in Tempe, Arizona. {%company-card vertical="debt-relief" company="fast-track-debt-relief"%} With a minimum debt requirement of $10,000, Fast Track Debt Relief boasts over 100 positive customer reviews and operates in 35 states. {%company-card vertical="debt-relief" company="freedom-debt-relief"%} Freedom Debt Relief is an industry leader in the debt relief space and costs between 15 to 25 percent of the client's enrolled debt. {%company-card vertical="debt-relief" company="americor"%} Based in Irvine, California, Americor has relieved more than $2 billion in debt since its founding. {%company-card vertical="debt-relief" company="curadebt"%} CuraDebt offers both debt relief and tax relief services and is accredited with the AFCC and IAPDA. The bottom line A 5-star rating isn't just about the numbers. These debt relief companies consistently offer superior customer service and provide professional and timely help to their clients seeking relief from their debts. If you or someone you know is in need of debt relief services, we recommend scheduling a free consultation with any of these highly rated debt relief companies.

May 2022 — Best Company recently announced the 14 debt relief companies that earned the Great Customer Service Award in 2022. About this award The Great Customer Service Award from Best Company is presented to companies that have a 4+ average service sentiment with a minimum of 50 user reviews on the review site. Companies did not have to apply for this award. Rather, they qualified based on positive reviews from their past clients, specifically regarding customer service and how well they treat their clients. Award recipients The companies listed below are the recipients of the 2022 Great Customer Service Award. These companies are not listed in any particular order. {%company-card vertical="debt-relief" company="americor"%} Based in Irvine, California, Americor employs more than 400 individuals and helps clients with at least $3,500 in debt. {%company-card vertical="debt-relief" company="accredited-debt-relief"%} Accredited Debt Relief is available in 32 states and accepts clients with at least $15,000 in debt. It is based in Houston, Texas. {%company-card vertical="debt-relief" company="credit-associates"%} CreditAssociates specializes in credit card debt and is based in Dallas, Texas. {%company-card vertical="debt-relief" company="consolidated-credit"%} Since 1993, Consolidated Credit Solutions, Inc. has been helping clients in all 50 states find debt relief. The nonprofit is based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. {%company-card vertical="debt-relief" company="curadebt"%} CuraDebt, a California-based debt relief company, has a minimum debt requirement of $5,000 and holds accreditations with the AFCC and IAPDA. {%company-card vertical="debt-relief" company="pacific-debt-inc"%} Pacific Debt is a national leader in the debt relief space and charges 15 to 25 percent of the total debt you enroll for its services. {%company-card vertical="debt-relief" company="american-credit-card-solutions"%} Based in Maryland, American Credit Card Solutions services 17 states and has been in business for nearly 15 years. {%company-card vertical="debt-relief" company="freedom-debt-relief"%} Freedom Debt Relief has resolved billions in consumer debt since its founding in 2002. It holds all major industry debt relief accreditations and is based in Arizona. {%company-card vertical="debt-relief" company="century-law-firm"%} Century Law firm was founded in 2007 and offers debt settlement services in 19 states. {%company-card vertical="debt-relief" company="fast-track-debt-relief"%} With a minimum debt requirement of $10,000, Fast Track Debt Relief offers a variety of debt relief services and is based in Florida. {%company-card vertical="debt-relief" company="new-era-debt-solutions"%} Since 2000, New Era Debt Solutions has helped hundreds of clients resolve over $200 million in debt. The company is based in California. {%company-card vertical="debt-relief" company="national-debt-relief"%} As one of the largest debt settlement companies in the United States, National Debt Relief has a $7,500 minimum debt requirement and is accredited with the AFCC. {%company-card vertical="debt-relief" company="debt-rx"%} Debt Rx was founded in 1998 and is based in Maryland. The company charges 15 to 25 percent of your enrolled debt for its services. {%company-card vertical="debt-relief" company="consolidation-plus"%} Consolidation Plus offers unsecured personal loans to help debt settlement clients pay settlements sooner. The company is based in Arizona. Customer service note Companies with great customer service continue to win out in the minds (and wallets) of consumers. Especially in an industry like debt relief that is so closely tied to clients' financials and livelihoods, excellent customer service is a must. We commend these 14 debt relief companies for leading the way in customer service and continually pleasing their clients from first interaction to case closure.