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# About Us

# About Us

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About Us

## Who We Are

## Helping You Achieve Financial Freedom

At VS Debt Counseling Specialists (Pty) Ltd, we believe that everyone deserves a chance to regain financial stability. Our mission is to assist over-indebted South Africans in restructuring their finances legally and effectively. 

Our[ qualified debt counsellor, based in East London](https://vsdebtcounseling.co.za/), is trained to work closely with you in negotiating with your creditors, ensuring you get the best repayment plan possible. 

We believe that financial freedom should be accessible and our services are designed to provide a structured,[ step-by-step process](https://vsdebtcounseling.co.za/our-services/) that leads you towards a (https://vsdebtcounseling.co.za/benefits-of-debt-review/).

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## Vanessa Soma

## Meet our Debt Counsellor

Meet our dedicated, NCR accredited Debt Counsellor – Vanessa Soma-  who completed a course in Debt Counselling through the University of Pretoria. Vanessa further holds a B. Com Degree in Economics, through Rhodes University, as well as a B.Com Honours Degree, having specialised in Financial Markets, through the University of Fort Hare. Vanessa comes from a rich background in financial services, having spent more than 17 years as a consultant at Alexander Forbes Financial Services (Pty) Ltd prior to becoming a debt counsellor.Vanessa is a proud member of the Debt Counsellors Association of South Africa (DCASA). **VS Debt Counseling Specialists operates under the NCR Registration Number – NCRDC4498  **** ****You van verify us on NCR by visiting their website (https://www.ncr.org.za/register_of_registrants/registered_dc.php) and entering our Registration Number ** 

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## How We Support You

## Why Choose us

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We negotiate directly with creditors to lower your repayments

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All fees and rates are legally regulated under the National Credit Act

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Confidentiality is guaranteed, so your financial situation stays private

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Member of DCASA (Debt Counsellors Association of South Africa)

### At VS Debt Counseling Specialists, we are passionate about educating consumers on the financial tools and options available to them. We believe that financial freedom is accessible and that everyone deserves a chance to regain financial stability. We are here for you every step of the way.

## Get In touch

## Start today – book your obligation free virtual consultation

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## Official Membership & Industry Recognition

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