Helping America Group Refunds
Helping America Group collected fees from people dealing with debt by promising to pay off balances, settle accounts, and improve credit scores — none of which happened. The FTC stepped in and is sending refund checks automatically.
Consumers who paid Helping America Group for debt relief services that falsely promised to pay, settle, or obtain dismissal of debts and improve credit scores. Payout: More than $16 million distributed in first round (27,083 checks); second round of more than $6.5 million sent to those who cashed first check. No proof of purchase is required to file. Checked against the official settlement source by SettleSignal on June 17, 2026.
Who may qualify
You self-certify the basics when you file — the settlement administrator makes the final eligibility decision.
You may qualify if you paid Helping America Group for debt relief services that promised to pay, settle, or get your debts dismissed — or to improve your credit score.
Official eligibility wording (read the exact text)
Consumers who paid Helping America Group for debt relief services that falsely promised to pay, settle, or obtain dismissal of debts and improve credit scores.
This summary is based on available official settlement sources. The settlement administrator determines eligibility and payment approval.
New to the terms? Plain-English: claim deadline, proof of purchase, administrator, pro rata.
Proof requirements
Proof requirement is currently marked as No.
Review the official claim form before submitting any information.
How hard is this claim to file?
✅ You do not need to file — payment is automatic.
Watch out for
- The FTC never requires people to pay money or provide account information to cash a refund check — any request for payment is a scam.
- Checks must be cashed or deposited within 90 days or they expire.
- Only people who cashed the first round of checks received a second-round check — if you missed the first one, you may have missed the second as well.
- Reach out to JND Legal Administration at 1(833) 928-2567 for any questions — do not contact third parties claiming to help you claim funds.
We prepare — you file on the official site yourself. This is not legal advice and is not an eligibility decision; the administrator and court decide.
How do I file a claim for this settlement?
No claim form is needed — JND Legal Administration issues this refund automatically; confirm your eligibility and contact details on the official source.
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1Check your mail for a refund check from JND Legal Administration, the FTC's official refund administrator.
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2Cash or deposit the check within 90 days of receiving it — checks that go uncashed expire.
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3If you believe you qualify but never received a check, call JND Legal Administration at 1(833) 928-2567.
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4For a second-round check: only those who cashed the first check were included in the second distribution — ask the administrator if you missed out.
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5Report any suspicious contact asking for fees or account info to claim your refund — the FTC never requires payment to cash a refund check.
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When will I get paid?
- Claims open You are here
- Court approval
- Payments sent
- Distribution complete
Claims are still being accepted. Class-action payouts typically begin only after the claim deadline, final court approval, and any appeals.
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How we verified this record
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- Payout details the official settlement website · Jun 17, 2026
- Eligibility the official settlement website · Jun 17, 2026
- Proof requirement the official settlement website · Jun 17, 2026
- Administrator the official settlement website · Jun 17, 2026
- Court case the official settlement website · Jun 17, 2026
- Payment status the official settlement website · Jun 17, 2026
- Claim deadline queued for re-check
- Official claim link queued for re-check
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Eligibility summary
Consumers who paid Helping America Group for debt relief services that falsely promised to pay, settle, or obtain dismissal of debts and improve credit scores.
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Proof requirement
No
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
The FTC never requires people to pay money or provide account information to cash a refund check.
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Payment status
Distribution complete
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
The FTC sent a second round of checks totaling more than $6.5 million to people who cashed their first check.
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Estimated payout
More than $16 million distributed in first round (27,083 checks); second round of more than $6.5 million sent to those who cashed first check.
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
The FTC sent a second round of checks totaling more than $6.5 million to people who cashed their first check.
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Administrator
JND Legal Administration
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Court
Southern District of Florida
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
Case No. 17-60907-CIV-ALTONAGA, Southern District of Florida.
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Automatic refund
Yes — automatic, no claim needed
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
More than 27,000 refund checks will be distributed to affected individuals across Florida and nationally.
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Court case number
17-60907-CIV-ALTONAGA
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
Case No. 17-60907-CIV-ALTONAGA, Southern District of Florida.
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No-claim explanation
Checks were automatically mailed to known victims of the Helping America Group debt relief scam; no claim form required.
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
The FTC provided 27,083 refund checks to victims of the scam.
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Case name
FTC and State of Florida v. Helping America Group (Jeremy Lee Marcus, et al.)
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
Case: Jeremy Lee Marcus, et al. / FTC and State of Florida v. Helping America Group.
Common questions
Is the Helping America Group settlement legitimate?
Yes — the Helping America Group settlement is a real claims process that SettleSignal tracks from its official source. It is administered by JND Legal Administration under case 17-60907-CIV-ALTONAGA in Southern District of Florida. File only through the official settlement website (www.ftc.gov); a genuine settlement administrator never charges a fee to file. SettleSignal last checked this record against the official source on June 17, 2026. Always confirm the current details on the official site before filing.
Who may qualify for this settlement?
Consumers who paid Helping America Group for debt relief services that falsely promised to pay, settle, or obtain dismissal of debts and improve credit scores.
How much can I get from the Helping America Group settlement?
More than $16 million distributed in first round (27,083 checks); second round of more than $6.5 million sent to those who cashed first check. The exact amount you may receive is decided by the settlement administrator based on your valid claim and is not guaranteed; a total settlement-fund figure is shared among all eligible claimants, not paid to each person.
Do I need proof to claim?
Proof requirement: No. The settlement administrator determines what documentation, if any, is required.
What is the current payment status?
Current payment status: Distribution complete. Payments are issued by the administrator after the court process concludes.
When will Helping America Group Refunds pay out?
Current payment status: Distribution complete. Class-action payouts typically begin only after final approval and any appeals. See our payout timeline guide.
Where is the official Helping America Group Refunds claim form?
No claim form is needed — Checks were automatically mailed to known victims of the Helping America Group debt relief scam; no claim form required. Never pay a fee to claim a settlement payment.
Do I need to do anything to get a refund?
No. This is an automatic refund program run by the FTC. If you're eligible, a check is mailed to you — no claim form required.
How much will I get?
The amount depends on what you paid. The first round sent out more than $16 million across 27,083 checks; a second round of more than $6.5 million went to consumers who cashed their first check.
What if I never received a check?
If you paid Helping America Group but haven't gotten a check, contact the FTC or the refund administrator to verify your eligibility and address.
Is there a deadline to cash my check?
Refund checks typically carry an expiration date printed on them — cash yours as soon as it arrives.
Where to act
When you are ready, you open the official claim form yourself. SettleSignal does not file claims or determine eligibility.
No claim needed — payment is automatic
If you qualify, the settlement pays you automatically. There's nothing to file — just keep an eye on your mail or account around the payment date.
Not ready to file today? Track it free — we'll remind you before the deadline, and keep your claim details in one place.
Listed on the official settlement website (JND Legal Administration).
Status history
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Disclaimer
SettleSignal summarizes publicly available settlement information and links to official settlement sources. We are not a law firm, do not provide legal advice, do not submit claims on your behalf, and do not determine eligibility or payout approval. You open the official claim form yourself. Only file a claim if the information you provide is accurate.