More than one out of three people are struggling everyday with debt in collections. There is a high likelihood of that person being someone close to you. However, it is unlikely that they will tell you. Delinquent debt is a well kept secret. Personal debt is not a normal conversation topic, the details of such would only be discussed behind closed doors.
By not openly talking about their struggles, those with debts they can’t pay will not find the help they need. If you’re not aware of their situation, then how can you help them? That’s the reason behind this blog post; helping those that really need help, even if you don’t know.
The easiest and least intrusive way to help, even if they didn’t tell you about suffering with debt, is to mention the solution. An example of this:
“Hey, did you hear that anyone can buy their own debt? If I couldn’t pay my debts I would totally buy them, instead of some random company doing it and then sending me to collections.” How about you?”
Remember, you can change the lives of 1 out of every 3 people you mention this to. They might not ever tell you about their debt troubles and how you helped them, but they will be eternally grateful nonetheless.