{"id":6211,"date":"2026-06-15T15:06:02","date_gmt":"2026-06-15T20:06:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.accrediteddebtrelief.com\/blog\/?p=6211"},"modified":"2026-06-15T15:06:03","modified_gmt":"2026-06-15T20:06:03","slug":"debt-consolidation-state-california","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.accrediteddebtrelief.com\/blog\/debt-consolidation-state-california\/","title":{"rendered":"California Debt Relief"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">California&#8217;s cost of living ranks among the highest in the U.S., and many residents are stretched thin before a single credit card bill arrives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re looking for debt consolidation options in California that can reduce your monthly payments and give you a clearer path forward, we offer a free consultation to help you figure out which option best fits your situation as well as tools to support long-term financial wellness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br>Accredited Debt Relief has <a href=\"https:\/\/www.accrediteddebtrelief.com\/proven-results\/?\">helped more than 1.3 million&nbsp;clients<\/a> consolidate their debt into one manageable monthly payment and work toward becoming debt-free in 24 to 48 months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"text-align: left; margin: 20px 0;\">\n  <a \n    href=\"https:\/\/www.accrediteddebtrelief.com\/free-quote\/ocp\/questionnaire\/debt_amount\/#debt_amount\"\n    style=\"\n      display: inline-block;\n      background-color: #006ACB;\n      color: #ffffff;\n      font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\n      font-size: 16px;\n      font-weight: bold;\n      text-decoration: none;\n      padding: 14px 32px;\n      border-radius: 50px;\n      border: 1px solid #0178E6;\n      box-shadow: 0 6px 8px -2px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);\n      transition: background-color 0.2s ease, box-shadow 0.2s ease, transform 0.1s ease;\n    \"\n    onmouseover=\"this.style.backgroundColor='#49A1F2'; this.style.borderColor='#49A1F2'; this.style.boxShadow='0 6px 12px rgba(0,0,0,0.25)';\"\n    onmouseout=\"this.style.backgroundColor='#006ACB'; this.style.borderColor='#0178E6'; this.style.boxShadow='0 4px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.2)';\"\n    onmousedown=\"this.style.backgroundColor='#003B71'; this.style.borderColor='#003B71'; this.style.boxShadow='0 2px 4px rgba(0,0,0,0.3)';\"\n    onmouseup=\"this.style.backgroundColor='#49A1F2'; this.style.borderColor='#49A1F2'; this.style.boxShadow='0 6px 12px rgba(0,0,0,0.25)';\"\n  >\n    Start with a Free Consultation\n  <\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>California Debt Relief Options<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Californians have several paths available when it comes to resolving unsecured debt. The right choice depends on your total balance, your income, your credit and how quickly you want to become debt-free. Below is a comparison of the most common options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<table style=\"\n  width: 100%;\n  border-collapse: collapse;\n  font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\n  font-size: 15px;\n\">\n  <thead>\n    <tr>\n      <th style=\"width: 22%; padding: 14px 16px; background-color: #F7F7F7; border: 1px solid #D2D2D4; border-top: none; border-left: none;\"><\/th>\n      <th style=\"padding: 14px 16px; background-color: #F7F7F7; border: 1px solid #D2D2D4; border-top: none; color: #1D1D26; font-weight: bold; text-align: center;\">Debt Consolidation<\/th>\n      <th style=\"padding: 14px 16px; background-color: #F7F7F7; border: 1px solid #D2D2D4; border-top: none; border-right: none; color: #1D1D26; font-weight: bold; text-align: center;\">Bankruptcy<\/th>\n    <\/tr>\n  <\/thead>\n  <tbody>\n    <tr>\n      <td style=\"padding: 14px 16px; background-color: #F7F7F7; border: 1px solid #D2D2D4; border-left: none; font-weight: bold; color: #1D1D26; vertical-align: top;\">Best for<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding: 14px 16px; border: 1px solid #D2D2D4; color: #34343C; vertical-align: top;\">Those with unsecured debt who want one lower monthly payment<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding: 14px 16px; border: 1px solid #D2D2D4; border-right: none; color: #34343C; vertical-align: top;\">Those facing extreme financial hardship who need a legal fresh start<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td style=\"padding: 14px 16px; background-color: #F7F7F7; border: 1px solid #D2D2D4; border-left: none; font-weight: bold; color: #1D1D26; vertical-align: top;\">How it works<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding: 14px 16px; border: 1px solid #D2D2D4; color: #34343C; vertical-align: top;\">A debt relief service works with creditors on your behalf; you make one monthly payment into a dedicated account<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding: 14px 16px; border: 1px solid #D2D2D4; border-right: none; color: #34343C; vertical-align: top;\">A federal court process that either discharges eligible debts (Chapter 7) or restructures them (Chapter 13)<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td style=\"padding: 14px 16px; background-color: #F7F7F7; border: 1px solid #D2D2D4; border-left: none; border-bottom: none; font-weight: bold; color: #1D1D26; vertical-align: top;\">Timeline<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding: 14px 16px; border: 1px solid #D2D2D4; border-bottom: none; color: #34343C; vertical-align: top;\">As little as 24\u201348 months<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding: 14px 16px; border: 1px solid #D2D2D4; border-right: none; border-bottom: none; color: #34343C; vertical-align: top;\">Several months (Chapter 7) to 3\u20135 years (Chapter 13)<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n  <\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.accrediteddebtrelief.com\/free-quote\/ocp\/questionnaire\/debt_amount\/#debt_amount\">Explore Debt Consolidation<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>California Consumer Protections<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">California offers some of the strongest consumer debt protections in the country. A few key things to know:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Rosenthal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act: <\/strong>Unlike the federal FDCPA, California&#8217;s law applies to original creditors, not just third-party collectors. Harassment, threats and deceptive contact are prohibited, and you can send a no-contact letter at any time.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Statute of limitations:<\/strong> California generally has a four-year limit on written contracts, including credit cards and personal loans, under California Code of Civil Procedure \u00a7337. After that window closes, creditors can no longer sue to collect.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Time-barred debt notice:<\/strong> Collectors are required to notify you in writing when a debt has become time-barred.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>File a complaint:<\/strong> Report violations to the DFPI at dfpi.ca.gov or the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Is Debt Consolidation Right for You?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Accredited Debt Relief works with clients who are carrying unsecured debt, the kind that isn&#8217;t backed by collateral. That includes <a href=\"https:\/\/www.accrediteddebtrelief.com\/credit-card-debt-consolidation\/\">credit card balances<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.accrediteddebtrelief.com\/medical-debt-consolidation\/\">medical bills<\/a>, personal loans and certain other types of unsecured debt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We also work with clients who want to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.accrediteddebtrelief.com\/debt-consolidation-bad-credit\/\">consolidate debt<\/a> but are struggling to make minimum payments. A low credit score doesn&#8217;t automatically disqualify you from getting help, and a Consolidation Specialist can walk you through what options are available based on your specific situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How Debt Consolidation Works With Accredited Debt Relief<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To understand <a href=\"https:\/\/www.accrediteddebtrelief.com\/how-we-help\/\">how our consolidation process works<\/a>, here&#8217;s what to expect from start to finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 1: Get Your Free Consultation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A Consolidation Specialist reviews your debts, income and goals to figure out how much you owe, what you&#8217;re paying each month and whether a consolidation program could lower your eligible monthly payments. Consultations are free and there is no obligation to enroll.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 2: We Build You a Pay Plan<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If consolidation is a fit, Accredited Debt Relief matches you to a debt relief program available in California that is built around your monthly budget. And consistent with California law and Accredited Debt Relief\u2019s success-based model, you won&#8217;t be charged any fees until an offer has been reached and you&#8217;ve made your first payment toward it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 3: Become Debt Free Faster<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With consistent payments on a single monthly plan, clients can work toward becoming debt-free in as little as 24 months. Accredited Debt Relief is registered with the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) and follows all state consumer protection standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Real Stories from Californians We&#8217;ve Helped<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don&#8217;t just take our word for it. Here are a few debt relief reviews from our California clients:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.accrediteddebtrelief.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Matt1-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6213\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.accrediteddebtrelief.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Matt1-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.accrediteddebtrelief.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Matt1-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.accrediteddebtrelief.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Matt1-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.accrediteddebtrelief.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Matt1-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.accrediteddebtrelief.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Matt1-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Matt S. was paying $1,000 a month and still felt like he was barely keeping up. After enrolling he cut that payment in half and two years later, he had graduated from the program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Enrolled debt: $27,574&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Graduated: December 2024<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Previous monthly payment: $1,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>New monthly payment: $500<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monthly savings: $500*<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Accredited Debt Relief helped me press pause on the financial chaos and gave me the space to rebuild. It wasn&#8217;t just about debt relief. It was about creating a whole new approach to life and money.<\/em><br>\u2014 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beyondfinance.com\/blog\/graduate-exclusive-matt-s-rebuilds-savings-travels-to-europe-and-invests-in-self-care\/\"><strong>Matt S. (Graduate)<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-6211_41d3c3-34 .kt-block-spacer{height:60px;}.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-6211_41d3c3-34 .kt-divider{border-top-width:1px;height:1px;border-top-color:#eee;width:80%;border-top-style:solid;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-6211_41d3c3-34\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><hr class=\"kt-divider\"\/><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Gabe R. had nearly $25,000 in debt and a monthly payment that left little room to breathe. Accredited Debt Relief helped lower his payment by more than half.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Enrolled debt: $25,254&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Graduated: December 2023<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Previous monthly payment: $900&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>New monthly payment: $400&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monthly savings: $500*<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Not only was I going to be able to pay it off, but I was going to free up all this cash \u2026 and I had so many things I wanted to do!<\/em> \u2014 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beyondfinance.com\/blog\/graduate-exclusive-gabe-r\/\"><strong>Gabe R. (Graduate<\/strong>)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"977\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.accrediteddebtrelief.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Gabe1-977x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6215\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.accrediteddebtrelief.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Gabe1-977x1024.jpg 977w, https:\/\/www.accrediteddebtrelief.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Gabe1-286x300.jpg 286w, https:\/\/www.accrediteddebtrelief.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Gabe1-768x805.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.accrediteddebtrelief.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Gabe1.jpg 1302w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 977px) 100vw, 977px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-6211_cd8584-3a .kt-block-spacer{height:60px;}.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-6211_cd8584-3a .kt-divider{border-top-width:1px;height:1px;border-top-color:#eee;width:80%;border-top-style:solid;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-6211_cd8584-3a\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><hr class=\"kt-divider\"\/><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; color: #1D1D26; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n  <p style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0;\">Terri G. was spending $800 a month just to stay afloat on her enrolled debt. Since joining the program, she&#8217;s cut that payment nearly in half.<\/p>\n  <div style=\"overflow: hidden;\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.accrediteddebtrelief.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Terri-G.-1.jpg\" \n         alt=\"Terri G.\" \n         style=\"float: left; width: 200px; height: 200px; margin: 0 40px 16px 0; object-fit: cover;\" \/>\n    <ul style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0; padding-left: 20px;\">\n      <li style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\">Enrolled debt: $24,700<\/li>\n      <li style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\">Started: January 2024<\/li>\n      <li style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\">Previous monthly payment: $800<\/li>\n      <li style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\">New monthly payment: $418<\/li>\n      <li style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\">Monthly savings: $382*<\/li>\n    <\/ul>\n  <\/div>\n  <p style=\"margin: 0; font-style: italic; color: #1D1D26;\">&#8220;I found Accredited Debt Relief, and that was a great solution to my problems. I didn&#8217;t have to worry about anything.&#8221; \u2014 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beyondfinance.com\/blog\/client-exclusive-how-we-helped-terri-g-restore-her-financial-peace-of-mind\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"color: rgb(51, 71, 255) !important; text-decoration: underline !important; font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;\">Terri G. (Current client)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><em>*These are real clients who were compensated for taking the time to share their experiences with us. Savings were calculated by subtracting program payments from the client&#8217;s self-reported payments or tradeline minimums on eligible accounts. Clients typically save $480 per month on their debt payments.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Learn More About Debt Relief Today<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Accredited Debt Relief provides debt relief services to all areas of California, including the metro areas of Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego. With an A+ BBB rating and accreditation, we\u2019ve helped customers throughout California find the debt relief they need to get out of debt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"text-align: left; margin: 20px 0;\">\n  <a \n    href=\"https:\/\/www.accrediteddebtrelief.com\/free-quote\/\"\n    style=\"\n      display: inline-block;\n      background-color: #006ACB;\n      color: #ffffff;\n      font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\n      font-size: 16px;\n      font-weight: bold;\n      text-decoration: none;\n      padding: 14px 32px;\n      border-radius: 50px;\n      border: 1px solid #0178E6;\n      box-shadow: 0 6px 8px -2px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);\n      transition: background-color 0.2s ease, box-shadow 0.2s ease, transform 0.1s ease;\n    \"\n    onmouseover=\"this.style.backgroundColor='#49A1F2'; this.style.borderColor='#49A1F2'; this.style.boxShadow='0 6px 12px rgba(0,0,0,0.25)';\"\n    onmouseout=\"this.style.backgroundColor='#006ACB'; this.style.borderColor='#0178E6'; this.style.boxShadow='0 4px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.2)';\"\n    onmousedown=\"this.style.backgroundColor='#003B71'; this.style.borderColor='#003B71'; this.style.boxShadow='0 2px 4px rgba(0,0,0,0.3)';\"\n    onmouseup=\"this.style.backgroundColor='#49A1F2'; this.style.borderColor='#49A1F2'; this.style.boxShadow='0 6px 12px rgba(0,0,0,0.25)';\"\n  >\n    Get Your Free Consultation Today\n  <\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">The content and resources provided do not constitute legal advice and are for informational purposes only. Program\/Service offered is not affiliated with, approved, sponsored, or endorsed by any state or federal government agency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"margin-top: 40px; padding-top: 20px; border-top: 1px solid #D2D2D4; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\">\n  <p style=\"font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold; color: #34343C; margin: 0 0 10px 0; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.05em;\">Sources<\/p>\n  <ol style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px;\">\n    <li style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #616167; margin-bottom: 8px;\">World Population Review, Cost of Living Index by State: <a href=\"https:\/\/worldpopulationreview.com\/state-rankings\/cost-of-living-index-by-state\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"color: rgb(51, 71, 255); text-decoration: underline;\">worldpopulationreview.com<\/a><\/li>\n    <li style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #616167; margin-bottom: 8px;\">California Policy Lab, California Credit Dashboard (Q4 2025): <a href=\"https:\/\/capolicylab.org\/california-credit-dashboard\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"color: rgb(51, 71, 255); text-decoration: underline;\">capolicylab.org<\/a><\/li>\n    <li style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #616167; margin-bottom: 8px;\">Federal Reserve, Household Debt by State: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.federalreserve.gov\/releases\/z1\/dataviz\/household_debt\/state\/table\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"color: rgb(51, 71, 255); text-decoration: underline;\">federalreserve.gov<\/a><\/li>\n    <li style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #616167; margin-bottom: 8px;\">Lantern by SoFi \/ TransUnion, Average Credit Card Debt by State: <a href=\"https:\/\/lanterncredit.com\/credit-cards\/average-credit-card-debt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"color: rgb(51, 71, 255); text-decoration: underline;\">lanterncredit.com<\/a><\/li>\n    <li style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #616167; margin-bottom: 8px;\">California DFPI, Know Your Debt Collection Rights: <a href=\"https:\/\/dfpi.ca.gov\/news\/insights\/know-your-debt-collection-rights\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"color: rgb(51, 71, 255); text-decoration: underline;\">dfpi.ca.gov<\/a><\/li>\n    <li style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #616167; margin-bottom: 8px;\">Nolo, California Fair Debt Collection Laws (Rosenthal Act): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nolo.com\/legal-encyclopedia\/california-fair-debt-collection-laws.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"color: rgb(51, 71, 255); text-decoration: underline;\">nolo.com<\/a><\/li>\n    <li style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #616167; margin-bottom: 0;\">California Code of Civil Procedure \u00a7337 (4-year statute of limitations on written contracts)<\/li>\n  <\/ol>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>California&#8217;s cost of living ranks among the highest in the U.S., and many residents are stretched thin before a single credit card bill arrives.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":6212,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_kad_blocks_custom_css":"","_kad_blocks_head_custom_js":"","_kad_blocks_body_custom_js":"","_kad_blocks_footer_custom_js":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[48],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-6211","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-debt"],"accredited":{"author":{"name":"Anna Caldwell","url":"https:\/\/www.accrediteddebtrelief.com\/blog\/author\/acaldwell\/"},"categories":[{"name":"Debt","slug":"debt","url":"https:\/\/www.accrediteddebtrelief.com\/blog\/category\/debt\/"}],"thumbnail":"https:\/\/www.accrediteddebtrelief.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/debt-consolidation-california-1024x683.jpg"},"acf":{"edited_by":"","reviewed_by":"","fact_checked_by":""},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.1.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>California Debt Relief - Top Dollar<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Struggling with debt in California? 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