13-11-18. Individualized financial analysis.

1. Before entering a written contract with a consumer, a debt-settlement provider shall prepare and provide to the consumer in writing and retain a copy of: a. An individualized financial analysis, including the individual's income, expenses, and debts; and b. A statement containing a good-faith estimate of the length of time it will take to complete the debt-settlement program, the total amount of debt owed to each creditor included in the debt-settlement program, the total savings estimated to be necessary to complete the debt-settlement program, and the monthly targeted savings amount estimated to be necessary to complete the debt-settlement program.

2. A debt-settlement provider may not enter a written contract with a consumer unless the debt-settlement provider makes written determinations, supported by the financial analysis, that: a. The consumer can reasonably meet the requirements of the proposed debt-settlement program, including the fees and the periodic savings amounts set forth in the savings goals; and b. The debt-settlement program is suitable for the consumer at the time the contract is to be signed.