Glossary
Settled vs Written-off
A settled account is one where the lender accepted less than the full dues as final payment. A written-off account is one where the lender has treated the dues as a loss in its books after the borrower failed to pay, though the borrower may still owe the money. Both appear on credit reports and make
Related terms: One-Time Settlement (OTS), NPA and SMA, Credit Report.
Published 12 Nov 2026
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