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Frequently asked questions
Yes. A bank or NBFC can agree to settle a loan when you’re facing genuine financial hardship. Always ask for the settlement terms in writing before you pay anything.
At Loan Counsel, we help you settle your personal loan through a structured, legal-backed process. We assess your financial situation, negotiate with the lender on your behalf, and ensure the settlement is properly documented to protect you from future disputes.
If you have:
Missed EMIs
Financial stress
High outstanding
👉 You may qualify for up to 80% savings
Loan settlements can impact your credit score in the short term. However, legal resolution prevents bigger damage, like willful default tagging or ongoing defaults.
Our team also helps you rebuild your credit profile over time, we provide guidance on the best way to minimize impact on your credit rating.
Yes, but only within RBI rules. They should behave professionally, carry proper ID, and avoid threats, pressure, or public shaming. You can refuse abusive behaviour and report it.
Save screenshots, call logs, and recordings. First complain to the lender in writing. If the issue continues, raise it with the RBI grievance system and report threats or fake images to cybercrime authorities.
Missing an EMI can lead to penalties, higher interest, and a drop in your CIBIL score. At Loan Counsel, we help you take corrective action early and explore solutions like restructuring or settlement.
If you stop paying EMIs, you may face penalties, credit score damage, and recovery actions, but you also have legal rights and structured settlement options available.
We help you legally resolve most types of unsecured loans, including:
Personal loans
Credit card dues
Business loans
Education loans
BNPL (Buy Now, Pay Later) loans
App-based instant loans
If you're facing legal threats, harassment, or default notices, our legal team can step in to protect your rights and negotiate a fair settlement.
You start with a free consultation. Then we review your loan details, EMIs, notices, and any harassment you’re facing. After that, we guide you on the best next step, whether that’s negotiation, settlement, or legal action to protect your rights.
It depends on your loan amount, lender behavior, and case complexity. Most clients start seeing relief within 2–4 weeks, especially from harassment. Full legal settlements may take a few months, but we guide you at every step.
The initial consultation is 100% free. Legal fees, if any, are explained transparently after assessing your case. No hidden charges, no false promises.
Your first consultation is free. After that, the fee depends on your loan amount, number of lenders, and case complexity. We keep pricing transparent, so you know the cost before you move ahead.
It’s normal to receive follow-up calls from banks or recovery agents — but remember, they must follow RBI and Supreme Court guidelines. Harassment, threats, or house visits are illegal.
Here’s what you should do:
Stay calm. Do not argue or make commitments under pressure.
Take note of the caller’s name, number, and what they said.
Immediately inform our legal team.
We will take over the communication and respond to them within the legal framework. Our lawyers issue official notices, and if necessary, intervene to stop illegal recovery tactics altogether.
Yes. Loan Settlement is always a better option than ignoring your debt. Loan Counsel helps you close your loan responsibly and reduce long-term risks
Loan closure means full repayment with no negative impact, while loan settlement involves negotiating a lower payoff, which may affect your credit profile temporarily but within 6-12 months can be improved through credit profiling.
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