Sunday, August 18, 2013

Credit Repair: A Key To Financial Freedom

By Luke Bold


With the current state of the country's economic status, it is no big surprise that there are so many people that are facing negative credit scores. You can use the information that is provided in this article to get a better credit score.

Getting home finance can be quite tough when your credit rating is not good. Try to secure an FHA loan; these are federal government guaranteed. Even if an individual does not have money for the down payment to purchase real estate or pay closing costs, FHA loans may still work.

Your low credit score will cut your interest rates appearing in a business accounting software. This can help lower your monthly payments, and help you pay them off quicker. Make sure to use a company that gives you the best rates so your bill isn't being built up by money you haven't even spent.

An installment account is a great way to increase your credit score. It is necessary to at least pay the minimum, so insure the account is something that you can pay. You might see a big improvement in your credit score, if you can handle an installment account responsibly.

If your debt includes large amounts for interest charges contact the debt collector and see whether you can pay the original debt and avoid some of the additional interest charges. In many situations, exorbitant fees and penalties can be challenged. You did sign a contract and agree to pay interest. The only way you are legally able to sue the creditors is if you are able to prove that your interest rates are much too high.

In order to start repairing your credit, you need to start paying your bills. More specifically, pay them on time and in full. Getting rid of past-due bills will have a fast and dramatic effect on your credit score.

Many times you and your creditor can work together to come up with a prepayment plan. If so, be sure you get a written agreement stating the terms. If the creditor tries to change the agreement or if it the company is sold to someone else, you will have documentation to support your case. If you have finished paying it off, you should request a confirmation so you can send it to the credit reporting agencies.

Now you know how to repair your credit score, so get started on a plan of action. Put the ideas in this article into action to improve your credit before it starts hurting you.




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