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Debt Busters

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What is Debt Busters?

For the last 18 years, Debt Busters has been working to help consumers break away from the debt cycle. They’ve assisted more than 60,000 South Africans back to financial stability and helped them take the first steps toward a new and debt-free future.

Debt Busters understands just how stressful debt can be. They’ve helped clients save over R450 million in interest and fees while working to reduce average interest rates from 21% to 7%. This has given people the chance to start fresh when they thought they were stuck.

As part of the IDM Group, South Africa’s leading debt management company, Debt Busters offers solid solutions to people from all walks of life. With a dedicated team of over 350 employees based in Cape Town, they are focused on helping South Africans regain control over their finances and move away from the stress that debt brings.

Debt Consolidation to simplify your wallet

Debt Busters make things easier and help take the pressure off. Their aim is simply to help you regain control of your finances and give you a fresh start. They’ll work with you to bring all your debts together into one manageable payment, lower your interest rates, and make those monthly payments easier to handle—helping you feel more at ease and in charge again.

What sets them apart is their real focus on listening to your concerns, and then working with you to create a structured plan that’s made for you. The team is genuinely committed to getting you the best reduced rates and terms, so you can focus on clearing your debt.

Debt Busters aren’t just about getting you out of debt—they want to help you become a more responsible borrower and improve your chances of securing affordable credit down the line.

Real Results, Real Change

Over the past 18 months, Debt Busters has helped 524 families keep their homes and vehicles, by stopping repossession and offering a fresh start.

Debt Busters believes in second chances and helping consumers achieve a brighter financial future. Their dedication means that you’ll have the tools, guidance, and direction to regain control over your finances.

If you’re up against a wall with various repayments, Debt Busters can help! Their experience and support can help take your first step toward financial stability and a better future.

How does Debt Busters work?

Debt Busters simply combines various debts into one, manageable monthly repayment. This process assists clients stay the path toward becoming debt-free. Let’s break down step-by-step, below:

  1. Financial Assessment
    This is a free, no-obligation detailed review of your finances and shortfalls, incl. your income, expenses, and existing debts.
  2. Consolidate Debts
    Instead of multiple repayments, Debt Busters negotiates with creditors on your behalf to combine your debts into one structured repayment plan.
  3. Reduce Interest Rates
    Debt Busters will aim to reduce high interest rates, bringing them down to more affordable levels (as low as 7%). This means you’re paying more off the actual debt, rather than just covering interest.
  4. Single Monthly Repayment
    By consolidating, you only need to make one fixed monthly payment. This payment is structured to be affordable and aligned with your financial situation.
  5. Creditor Protection & Legal Support
    Debt Busters ensures that once you’re on a formal debt consolidation plan, creditors can no longer harass you or take legal action. This provides peace of mind while you work toward financial recovery.
  6. Ongoing Support & Guidance
    Financial advice and expert support are offered by Debt Busters throughout the process.

By consolidating your loans through Debt Busters, clients gain financial breathing room, avoid potential repossessions, and take the first step toward a stable financial future.

Other Services

Debt Busters provide a range of products designed to assist over-indebted consumers take back control:

  • Debt Review – Debt Busters will negotiate reduced interest rates, stop legal action, and consolidate multiple debts.
  • Credit Score & Budgeting – Helping clients improve their credit scores.
  • Financial Education – Practical resources on money management, and saving while repaying debt.
  • Insurance & Asset Protection – Safeguarding client homes, cars, and other valuable assets during financial hardship.
  • Reckless Lending Investigations – Reviewing cases where lenders may have acted irresponsibly and working to reduce or eliminate unfair debt.

Debt Busters isn’t just about getting people out of debt—it’s about helping them stay out of debt for good!

Debt Busters – Consolidation loan

  • Loan Type Debt consolidation

Benefits of Debt Busters

  • Simple loan application
  • Low-interest rates
  • Affordable loans

Why Choose Debt Busters?

They are one of South Africa’s most trusted debt consolidation providers, they’ve helped thousands of people regain financial stability through structured, manageable repayment plans. Here’s why so many choose Debt Busters to guide them toward a debt-free future:

  • Proven Success – Debt Busters has already guided over 60,000 South Africans toward financial stability, giving them the support they need to break free from overwhelming debt.
  • Significant Savings – By negotiating better repayment terms, they’ve helped clients save over R450 million in unnecessary interest and fees—money that stays where it belongs, with you.
  • Lower Interest Rates – Debt Busters works to lower interest rates, making repayments more manageable and helping clients pay off debt faster.
  • Protection from Reckless Lending – They’ve recovered R1.3 million for clients who were unfairly charged.
  • Safeguarding Homes & Vehicles – In just the last year and half, they’ve saved 524 homes and cars from repossession.

A Trusted Partner in Debt Consolidation

  • South Africa’s Most Trusted Debt Counsellor – Operating since 2007, Debt Busters has built a strong reputation.
  • Committed to Clients’ Financial Futures – They believe in giving South Africans a second chance at financial freedom.
  • A People-First Approach – Their team is made up of dedicated, service-oriented professionals passionate about helping clients.
  • Constant Innovation – They continually improve and refine their services to offer unique and effective financial solutions.

Debt Busters FAQ

What does debt consolidation mean?

Missing deadlines for various outstanding credit cards, store accounts, and/ or personal loans, month after month; Debt consolidation solves this by merging all of these into a single, reduced monthly repayment. Debt Busters evaluate your monthly spend-to-income ratio, and propose a well structured plan going forward, often negotiating improved terms with creditors.

What are types of debt that can be consolidated?

Debt Busters bundles together unsecured debts—excl. assets like a home or a car. This specifically applies to credit cards, store accounts, personal loans, medical bills, and even overdue utility accounts.

Will a consolidation loan lower my monthly repayments?

The short answer is, yes! Debt Busters reduces your repayments by negotiating new and improved terms with creditors, like lower interest rates or longer repayment periods. Of course, the results depends on your specific situation, but rest assured experts will review your application in great detail to find the very best debt solution for you.

Is it possible to qualify for a consolidation loan if I have a low credit score?

Yes! They will focus on your current situation rather than past credit score. Debt Busters help consumers move forward with a well structured and affordable plan regardless of the current issues.

What’s the difference between debt consolidation and debt review?

Debt consolidation streamlines payments into one plan while keeping accounts active, often with renegotiated terms. Debt review, on the other hand, is a formal legal process that pauses credit use while restructuring debt under court oversight. Debt Busters advises which path best suits your situation.

Can debt consolidation hurt my credit score?

To start off with, you may notice a slight dip in your credit score—usually only temporary. Debt consolidation will help improve your score by helping you make each and every one of your payments.

How much time does debt consolidation take?

Debt Busters works quickly! Clients see a plan drafted within days of sharing their financial details. Typically takes 4–6 weeks, depending on creditor negotiations.

Are there any risks with debt consolidation?

It may seem like the best way to manage your outstanding debt, but debt consolidation might not be for you. Stretching repayment terms could result in paying more interest over time, and closing old accounts may temporarily (negatively) affect your credit rating. Debt Busters are proven financial experts, and will go over the pros and cons, making sure you understand every options before moving forward.

Do I need to place collateral to qualify?

No! Debt Busters works on unsecured consolidation solutions, you don’t have to risk your assets. They base their plans on your income and expenses.

How do I know if debt consolidation is the right option for me?

If juggling multiple payments feels overwhelming, or if interest charges are eating into progress, it’s worth a conversation. Debt Busters offers free consultations to review a client’s unique situation. They’ll ask questions like, “Are you only covering minimum payments?” or “Do bills cause constant stress?”—then help decide if consolidation is the best next step.

I've read many complaints about Debt Busters on Hello Peter?

It’s normal to feel concerned after reading mixed reviews on Hello Peter, but here’s the bigger picture; Debt Busters have been assisting consumers since 2007, they’ve helped more than 60,000 people take control of their finances, saving over R450 million in interest and fees.

No company is perfect, but Debt Busters has truly made a difference for many people, saving their homes and cars from repossession and offering them a new start. They’re proud to be South Africa’s most trusted debt counsellor and remain committed to helping those who are overwhelmed by debts.

Debt Busters Whatsapp Number

It seems that Debt Busters does not offer a WhatsApp contact number. Their primary contact methods are:

0861 365 910
info@debtbusters.co.za

Debt Busters Application

Am I Eligible for Debt Consolidation?

Multiple debts are giving you a hard time and you want a simpler, more manageable way to take back control? You may qualify with Debt Busters if:

  • You’re up against the wall with multiple debts and struggling to keep up with different repayment dates and amounts.
  • High interest rates are making it challenging to afford monthly payments, leaving you feeling stuck.
  • You have a steady income that will allow you to follow a structured repayment plan.
  • You want to lower your interest rates and make your payments more affordable.
  • You need legal protection from creditors or debt collectors.

To find out if debt consolidation is the best solution for you is to get in contact with Debt Busters for a free, no-obligation financial assessment.

Requirements

  • Identity Doc – Valid ID, passport, or driver’s license is needed to confirm who you are.
  • Proof of Income – Recent payslips, or bank statements showing your income.
  • List of Debts – Details of your existing debts, such as amounts, interest rates, and repayment terms.
  • Proof of Residence – Utility bill or lease agreement (within the last 3 months) to confirm your address.

Once all of these documents are with Debt Busters, they will take a look at your application and determine whether debt consolidation is the right option for you.

Process

  1. Application & Document Submission
    Once you’ve submitted your application and documents, Debt Busters will review everything, which usually takes a few days to a week. If consolidation is the right option for you, they’ll move ahead with the next steps.
  2. Debt Assessment & Solution Proposal
    Debt Busters will go over your debts, figure out the best way to combine them into one payment, and potentially reduce your interest rates. This typically takes about a week.
  3. Creditor Negotiation
    Debt Busters will reach out to your creditors to negotiate better terms. This could take anywhere from a few days to a couple of weeks, depending on the creditors' responses.
  4. Debt Consolidation Agreement
    Once the terms are set, Debt Busters will share a repayment plan with you and take care of distributing the payments to your creditors.
  5. Ongoing Repayment & Support
    After everything’s set up, you’ll make one monthly payment to Debt Busters. They’ll handle the payments to your creditors, and they’ll be there to support you through the process to make sure everything stays on track.

The complete process usually takes 4 to 6 weeks – however, depending on your unique circumstances and how quickly documents and information are provided, it could take a little longer (or shorter). Debt Busters will keep you in the loop every step of the way!

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Debt Busters is a trusted & reliable provider of debt consolidation

In our review, Debt Busters adheres to the compliance criteria in accordance with the National Credit Act, where the granting the loan will not cause financial distress to the consumer.

✅ Debt Busters is a registered credit provider in South Africa: NCRDC1736

Customer Reviews & Testimonials

Debt Busters went out of their way to give me a loan during my financial time of need.

Anza J
— Sasolburg —

It was through the loan I received from Debt Busters that I was able to close all my debts.

Emiya P
— Lenasia —

The application process was handled quite well. It was aa effortless. From the first call, everything was explained well. Looking forward to this journey with Debt Busters.

Bryant D
— Cape Town —

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Physical Address

  • 4th floor Mutual Park, Jan Smuts Drive, Pinelands Cape Town Western Cape 7405 South Africa
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Opening Hours

  • Monday 07:00 – 21:00
  • Tuesday 07:00 – 21:00
  • Wednesday 07:00 – 21:00
  • Thursday 07:00 – 21:00
  • Friday 07:00 – 18:00
  • Saturday 09:00 – 12:30
  • Sunday – Closed