Debt Settlement

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Definition: Debt Settlement


Debt Settlement


Full Definition of Debt Settlement


The process of a creditor and debtor agreeing to settle an outstanding debt for a certain amount of money. For instance, Sue may owe $10,000, but her creditor may settle the debt for $7,000 if she pays the debt off in 7 days.


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Debt Settlement are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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