Money Management International (MMI) is a nonprofit financial education and counseling organization serving consumers across the United States who are struggling with debt, budgeting, housing, and student loan concerns. The organization operates a local counseling office in the Bronx, NY, at 903 Sheridan Ave., alongside a nationwide infrastructure of phone and online services that makes its programs accessible regardless of geography. MMI describes itself as the nation's counseling leader in several specialty areas and has been a longstanding participant in the major nonprofit credit counseling networks.
MMI's primary product is the Debt Management Plan (DMP), a structured repayment program that consolidates unsecured debt into a single monthly payment, typically at interest rates negotiated with creditors. The agency also offers a Debt Resolution Plan for consumers who need a different approach. Beyond debt, MMI provides HUD-certified homebuyer counseling, reverse mortgage counseling, bankruptcy counseling for those exploring alternatives to filing, disaster recovery counseling, and student loan counseling. Clients can access services in person (by appointment), by phone 24/7, or through a self-directed online counseling portal. A robust free education library includes blog posts, budget guides, a podcast, webinars, workshops, online homebuyer courses, and dedicated resources for military families.
What distinguishes MMI from many credit counseling agencies is the breadth and credibility of its third-party accreditations. It holds a BBB A+ rating, an 'Excellent' designation on Trustpilot, HUD approval for housing counseling, Council on Accreditation (COA) accreditation, and active membership in both the NFCC and the Financial Counseling Association of America (FCAA). The 24/7 phone counseling line is a meaningful differentiator—most nonprofit agencies operate during business hours only. The online portal also lets clients start a financial review at any time without waiting for an appointment.
MMI is a credible, well-regulated choice for consumers who want professional guidance from a nonprofit rather than a debt settlement company. The key honest caveat: MMI does not settle debts or reduce principal balances—it facilitates structured full repayment, which has profile signals for credit health but requires paying back what is owed. The Bronx in-person office has limited hours (Tues–Thurs, 9 a.m.–3 p.m., appointment only), which is inconvenient for working adults. DMP fees are not disclosed on the location page; prospective clients should ask about monthly program costs before enrolling.