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DMB Financial

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LAST UPDATED: November 26th, 2022

DMB Financial is a debt settlement company that has successfully managed over $1 billion of debt for clients during its 14 years in business. Available in 26 states, it brings a lot of experience to the table. The company is accredited with the AFCC and the IAPDA, which is helpful to consumers looking for a company they can trust. It is also the only debt relief company listed on the INC. 5000 list.

Unfortunately, DMB Financial has a higher potential cost and only services 26 states. You can read DMB Financial reviews below, or take a look at the top debt relief companies to find one that suits your needs at a fair price.

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The Good

  • Helpful Services
  • Industry Accreditations
  • DMB Financial Reviews

Helpful Services

DMB Financial works with clients to establish a debt management plan by organizing monthly expenses, income accounts, long-term savings, employment status, stress levels, and any past-due credit card debt payments (or any type of unsecured debt).

The company strives to find a credit card interest rate that is lower than current payments and a reasonable payment deadline to build a settlement program that will help the individual out of debt. Settlements plans are generally sought out as an alternative to bankruptcy. Where settlement will lower your credit score, the change is temporary. Bankruptcy can stay on your credit report for up to 10 years.

Every client is assigned a Client Services Rep throughout the entirety of the settlement program, an extremely helpful tactic that is surprisingly not seen at every debt relief company in the debt settlement industry. This representative can answer questions or concerns throughout the debt settlement process.

Typical clients with excessive debt have seen over 50 percent of their debt written off, becoming debt free in as little as 36 months.

In addition to its expert financial services, the company offers a "refer a friend" program where clients can refer family members or friends and receive a $200 award for every person that signs up with the company; this money can go a long way for those with high credit card debt and can help to pay off creditors more quickly.

The client can put this towards the settlement or keep the cash. Finally, DMB does not charge any fees until a settlement is reached.

Customers should also know that the debt settlement program from DMB Financial will lower their credit score. As with all debt settlement plans, the company will instruct you to stop paying your creditors, which forces debt negotiation but also lowers your credit score considerably.

Industry Accreditations

Many customers passing through financial hardship will look to industry accreditations to show the legitimacy and commitment of a business.

The commitment of DMB Financial is proven by its AFCC and IAPDA accreditations, suggesting that this company is following best practices. In addition, the company is listed on the INC. 5000 list., which is a unique feature we don't often see in debt settlement companies.

DMB Financial Reviews

Customer reviews indicate that DMB Financial's debt relief services take care of clients, both in terms of customer support and in financial services rendered. 

Additionally, it is worth noting that Forbes Magazine recognized DMB as a "Top Debt Professional".

One DMB Financial review states that the company gave him the "best experience [he's] had," and another positive client expressed that the company has been "very engaged in the [debt relief] process."

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The Bad

  • Only in 26 States
  • Complaints
  • DMB Financial Cost

Only in 26 States

DMB Financial only provides debt relief services to customers in 26 states within the U.S. Unfortunately, the company doesn't disclose which states it does not service, so customers will need to request a quote to discover if they qualify.

Many debt settlement companies service all 50 states or clearly disclose which states they do and don't service, so we'd like to see more transparency on the part of DMB in this area.

Complaints

Though DMB Financial does have many great customer reviews, there are also some consumer complaints that are worth noting. In fact, over half of its reviews are only 1-star reviews, which is quite concerning.

Some customers have complained about the company's lack of organization. Others have complained about the fact that the company only pays off one credit card at a time.

Other customers have complained about prolonged debts that resulted in lawsuits with a creditor.

DMB Financial Cost

How much does DMB Financial charge its customers? On average, DMB Financial charges 21.5 percent of your total enrolled debt The average fee in the debt settlement industry is 15 to 25 percent of their enrolled debt. DMB Financial charges 18 to 25 percent, which is a slightly higher minimum fee than most competitors.

However, the company does not charge an upfront fee, which is the industry standard.

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The Bottom Line

DMB Financial provides debt negotiation services and is accredited with the AFCC and the IAPDA and is available in 49 states.  DMB Financial provides debt management and debt settlement services for those who want to escape credit card debt and other types of unsecured debt (student loan debt, medical debt, etc.). Debt relief companies like DMB Financial negotiate with your creditors to achieve a manageable debt amount.

The company does not charge any fees until a settlement is reached. However, the company requires a high minimum debt, therefore consumers with less than $10k in debt will need to look for other companies. In addition, its minimum fee is higher than some competitors. We suggest consumers compare DMB to other debt settlement and debt consolidation companies to determine if DMB Financial is right for their needs.

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Evelyn Lemon Grove, CA

I am VERY UNHAPPY with this company.I signed up with them December 2017. Big mistake!!!!! I enrolled into their program their 1st mistake was they mistakenly terminated my account I was getting endless creditor phone calls! I was served by another Creditors court paper not knowing they mistakenly terminated my enrollment. They terminated another one of their client and thought it was my file!They had to open a New file for me. I requested for another client consultant. A month later I was assigned to a new one who I was sending new collection bills to he didn’t follow up on any of my new bills so I end up getting served another Court paper! I had to call the new client consultant that never followed up on my court paperwork! Bottom line is you might as well file for Bankruptcy! It has been pretty much a nightmare working with these guys! I feel like I am on my own. One of their manager says he got my paperwork straighten out so I am going to see how it goes or one last time if they don’t I am going to go ahead and file for Bankruptcy.! I feel like these guys have too many clients they deal with that they don’t really care!

4 years ago

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Paul Montiel Hemet, CA

Do Not Go This Direction! Unless your income has been completely cut in half... Your Creditors will work with you... 70 Cents on the Dollar or Cut interest rate with payment arrangement, that you can afford... This will not affect your Credit as long as you are in compliance with your Creditor... DMB Financial will make everything sound so easy. Until you are in the program... Then Your Creditors Will Call You DAY & NIGHT! Send you notices through mail & email... All DMB Financial will tell you, is not to answer... Good Luck with That! Global Solutions is not a Solution, they will make your Life even "WORST!" Global Solution will collect your funds from your Bank Account and will not distribute your funds for 3-6 Months! By then you are so far behind on payments and late Fees, you have no option beside to stay with Global Solution or Filing Bankruptcy... If you own a Home with Equity, cannot Claim Bankruptcy... DMB Financial is just to get you started before actual hearing from Global Solution... The reason I went with DMB Financial from the beginning, is because my Wife's income was cut down... It took me over a month to really say... Well lets do this... BIG MISTAKE EVER!!! I do Suffer from PTSD, it will cause more Anxiety! DMB Financial Representative, will tell you.. Give the Creditor your account #, Global Solution Phone # and Address on your payment coupon... "It Does Not WORK!" Creditors are on to that, plus they will not call or speak to them! Once Again, before you consider Debt Relief, contact your Creditors and Speak to the Collection Department... It will save you sleepless, headaches, anxiety, and paranoia day & nights...

5 years ago

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Sandy Hermosa Beach, CA

This company is a mess! Not sure people should be going to them. I could have done a better job of negotiating a debit payoff, they basically left my account unhandled for months - I paid off the account and all my money is still in their escrow account paying my bills monthly vs., lump sum so they earning money off my money that should be paid directly to the credit card companies. They don't follow direction well either.

5 years ago