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This Debt Settlement Agreement (the "Agreement") is made effective as of the Effective Date (as defined below) by and between John A. Smith (the "Debtor") and ABC Debt Collection Agency Inc. (the "Creditor").

This Debt Settlement Agreement (the "Agreement") is entered into on the effective date specified herein by and between John A. Smith (the "Debtor") and ABC Debt Collection Agency Inc. (the "Creditor").

Whereas the Debtor previously incurred a debt with XYZ Bank on 2020-03-15 in the original principal amount of 15000.00 (Fifteen Thousand Dollars) which debt arose from an unpaid personal loan obtained for home renovation purposes.

Whereas the debt has been assigned or transferred to the Creditor who is the current creditor or debt owner known as ABC Debt Collection Agency Inc.

Whereas the Debtor and the Creditor desire to settle the debt on the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement.

For the purposes of this Agreement the term "Original Outstanding Debt Amount" shall mean 15000.00 USD (Fifteen Thousand Dollars).

For the purposes of this Agreement the term "Current Outstanding Balance" shall mean 12000.50 USD (Twelve Thousand and Fifty Cents).

For the purposes of this Agreement the term "Current Outstanding Balance Including Interest and Fees" shall mean 12500.75 USD (Twelve Thousand Five Hundred Dollars and Seventy-Five Cents).

For the purposes of this Agreement the term "Debt" shall mean the unsecured personal loan for home renovation expenses that originated on 2020-03-15 with an original principal amount of 15000.00 USD (Fifteen Thousand Dollars).

For the purposes of this Agreement the term "Effective Date" shall mean the date this Agreement is signed by both the Debtor and the Creditor.

The Debtor acknowledges that the Debtor owes the Creditor a valid debt described as an unpaid personal loan for home renovation which is due and owing under the laws of the United States.

The Debtor acknowledges that the Original Outstanding Debt Amount of the debt owed to the Creditor is 15000.00 USD (Fifteen Thousand Dollars).

The Debtor acknowledges that the Current Outstanding Balance Including Interest and Fees of the debt owed to the Creditor is 12500.75 USD (Twelve Thousand Five Hundred Dollars and Seventy-Five Cents).

The Debtor acknowledges that the debt was originally incurred on 2020-03-15 and includes simple interest.

The Debtor acknowledges that there is no existing dispute regarding the existence or amount of the debt owed to the Creditor and that the Debt is valid enforceable and owing.

The Debtor agrees to pay the Creditor a reduced amount of 7500.00 USD (Seven Thousand Five Hundred Dollars) as a compromise of the Current Outstanding Balance Including Interest and Fees in full settlement of the entire Debt.

The total amount the Debtor agrees to pay to settle the Debt is 7500.00 USD (Seven Thousand Five Hundred Dollars). This reduced amount is accepted in full satisfaction of the Debt only upon timely payment in accordance with the Payment Terms section of this Agreement.

The Debtor shall pay the settlement amount to the Creditor as a lump sum payment by wire transfer or cashier's check.

The full settlement payment shall be due on 2024-09-15.

The Debtor shall remit the settlement amount to the Creditor at the following address: ABC Debt Collection Agency Inc. 456 Collection Boulevard Suite 200 Dallas TX 75201 Attn: Settlement Department Email: settlements@abcdebt.com Phone: (214) 555-0123.

Time is of the essence with respect to all payment obligations under this Agreement. In the event of a failure to make the payment by the due date the Debtor shall be in default as set forth in the Default and Remedies section of this Agreement.

No interest will accrue on the settlement amount after the agreement date.

The Debtor may make prepayments without penalty.

The parties acknowledge that if any portion of the Debt is forgiven pursuant to this Agreement the Creditor may be required to issue a Form 1099-C to the Debtor for any canceled debt in excess of 600.00 USD in accordance with IRS requirements. The Debtor is advised to consult with a tax professional regarding any potential tax implications of this settlement.

This Agreement shall become effective on the Effective Date which is the date of last signature by the parties hereto.

Upon the Debtor making the full settlement payment to the Creditor and upon the Creditor's receipt and clearance of such full settlement payment the Debt shall be fully discharged and no further obligations shall remain.

All accrued interest fees and penalties shall be waived explicitly and irrevocably upon completion of the full settlement payment in accordance with this Agreement.

Any late fees or penalties associated with the Debt shall be waived upon full settlement payment.

Upon full payment of the settlement amount and confirmation of clearance of funds the Creditor on behalf of itself its affiliates successors and assigns shall release the Debtor from all claims related to the Debt including the principal amount accrued interest late fees and penalties.

The release of claims shall include all claims arising from the original debt and claims related to collection activities.

The release shall include a general release of all known and unknown claims related to the Debt. If this Agreement is governed by California law or if otherwise applicable the parties expressly waive the provisions of California Civil Code Section 1542 which states: A general release does not extend to claims that the creditor or releasing party does not know or suspect to exist in his or her favor at the time of executing the release and that if known by him or her would have materially affected his or her settlement with the debtor or released party.

The release of claims shall become effective upon the Creditor's confirmation of receipt and clearance of the full settlement payment and shall include a covenant not to sue. This release is provided in compliance with applicable state laws on general releases.

Each party represents and warrants that it has the full right and authority to execute this Agreement.

Each party represents and warrants that entering into this Agreement will not violate any other contracts or obligations it has.

The Debtor represents and warrants that the Debtor is not currently in any bankruptcy proceedings.

The Debtor represents and warrants that the Debtor has disclosed all material facts related to the Debt and the Debtor's financial situation.

The Debtor acknowledges that the Debtor defaulted on the Debt on 2023-06-15 due to missing several monthly payments caused by unexpected job loss and financial hardship.

The Debtor represents and warrants that the motivation for entering into this Agreement is to resolve the outstanding debt quickly and avoid further collection actions while improving the Debtor's financial stability.

The Creditor represents and warrants that it has the full right and authority to enter into this Agreement and to settle the Debt.

The Creditor represents and warrants that it is the current owner or authorized servicer of the Debt and has the authority to release claims upon settlement.

The Creditor represents and warrants that it is in compliance with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and all applicable debt collection laws.

Each party represents and warrants that it is not entering into this Agreement under duress and that there have been no prior settlement agreements regarding the Debt.

The parties acknowledge that the Debt is an unsecured personal loan and not a credit card obligation.

The following events shall constitute a default under this Agreement: (i) failure to make the settlement payment when due; (ii) breach of any representation warranty or covenant in this Agreement; or (iii) breach of any other term of this Agreement.

The Debtor shall have a grace period of 10 days after written notice before a missed payment or other curable breach constitutes a default provided that such cure period complies with applicable state laws.

The Creditor shall provide written notice to the Debtor before exercising remedies upon default in accordance with the Notices section and applicable state laws.

Upon the Debtor's default and failure to cure within the applicable period the Creditor shall have the following remedies: revocation of the settlement offer and reinstatement of the full Current Outstanding Balance Including Interest and Fees along with the right to pursue collection of the full amount. All remedies shall comply with US consumer protection regulations including those enforced by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and shall not include punitive measures prohibited by law.

The Debtor and the Creditor agree to keep the terms of this Agreement confidential except as required by law.

The confidentiality obligation shall last indefinitely.

The Creditor represents and warrants that it complies with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) in all collection activities related to the Debt.

The Creditor represents that no harassment or abusive practices have occurred in connection with the collection of the Debt.

The parties agree that this Agreement does not violate any usury laws or other applicable debt collection regulations including those enforced by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB).

Both parties acknowledge that they have had the opportunity to seek independent legal advice regarding this Agreement and its terms.

This Agreement shall be governed exclusively by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas without regard to its conflict of laws principles. Any claims or disputes arising out of or related to this Agreement shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue of the state and federal courts located in Dallas County Texas.

Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement may be initiated by either party and shall be resolved first through mediation.

If mediation fails the parties agree to resolve the dispute through binding arbitration.

Arbitration sessions shall be conducted in Dallas Texas before a single arbitrator in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

The time limit for either party to initiate the resolution process shall be two (2) years after a dispute arises or the longest period permitted under the applicable statute of limitations whichever is longer.

In any action or proceeding to enforce or interpret this Agreement the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover its reasonable attorneys' fees court costs and other related expenses from the non-prevailing party in addition to any other relief to which it is entitled in line with standard US contract practices.

All formal notices under this Agreement shall be in writing and delivered by certified mail return receipt requested or by email with confirmation of receipt.

Notices to the Debtor shall be sent to: John A. Smith 123 Main Street Apartment 4B New York NY 10001 Email: john.smith@email.com Phone: (212) 555-6789. Notices to the Creditor shall be sent to: ABC Debt Collection Agency Inc. 456 Collection Boulevard Suite 200 Dallas TX 75201 Attn: Legal Department Email: legal@abcdebt.com Phone: (214) 555-0123.

Notices shall be deemed effective three (3) business days after mailing by certified mail or upon confirmed delivery by email.