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Credit Card
A credit card offers just that -credit, the right to borrow funds from a lending institution. When you make a purchase or withdraw cash (usually called a cash advance), funds are drawn from your "line of credit." You pay back the amount you...
Credit Card Debt – Watch Your Credit Report and Your Bill
Most consumers are aware of the importance of their credit report. This document, offered to consumers and lenders by the three major credit bureaus, offers a fairly complete list of financial transactions and debts incurred by a consumer. Lenders...
Credit Card Payment Holidays - Blessing Or Curse?
If you have a credit card (most Americans have over 10) then
you've probably received an offer called a "payment holiday".
You'll receive a letter that says something to the effect, "That
because XYZ Credit Card Company understands how difficult...
First Major Regulatory and Legislative Victory of 2005 for Creditors and Consumers
Under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, collectors are not allowed to disclose a consumers past due debt to anyone other than the debtor and in some cases a spouse. The Telephone Consumer Protection Act would have required collectors to...
Store Card Versus Credit Card - Which Should You Choose?
Store cards and credit cards have their advantages and disadvantages, but which is best for you. In this article we point out some basics to help you take control of your spending.
Store Cards
Do you have a store card? How many do you have? Do...
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Home Owners Avoiding Complications in Credit Repair
Avoiding complications in credit repair is almost important as
getting out of debt. When we have bills that were neglected
simply because we didn't have the money to pay the bills, or
else we purchased items instead of paying the bills, we are in
debt.
If you are considering a Home Equity Loan to get out of your
current mortgage...DON"T. Why? Simply because most Home Equity
Loans get you deeper in debt and once you are obligated you will
find the problem is more complicated than we you applied for the
loan. Lenders often target home owners with financial
difficulties offering them high interest rates and making them
believe it is a solution for debt relief. In most cases, this is
where foreclosures come in, or selling homes come into place.
The solution is only an option to get you in debt deeper. One
solution then is for homeowners to consider the Reverse Mortgage
Loans.
This type of loan is often as equity against your home,
belongings, and so on. The loan offers a 'cash advance' solution
and requires that the owner does not pay on the mortgage until
the end of the mortgage term or when the home is sold. Most
lenders provide a lump sum advance, a line of credit, or else a
monthly installment to the home owners. Some lenders even offer
a combination to the homeowners. This is certainly a good
solution for repairing your credit, and building your credit to
a new future. The downside is that Reverse Home Mortgage Loans
often are more suitable for the older generation of people that
have built equity over the years in their homes. Another
disadvantage is that almost all home loans require upfront
payments, such as title, insurance, application fees,
origination fees, interest and so on.
Therefore, it pays to ask questions and shop around before
taking out another loan to repair or build your credit. Fannie
Mae Home Keeper Mortgage Programs are one of the many that offer
a Reverse Home Mortgage Loan. Another option for paying off your
debts and repairing your credit is to borrow the money from
family members or
friends. If you have someone that trusts you
enough to loan you the money to get out of debt, it is often
better than getting a loan. There are several options or
questions you must consider before asking family members or
friends to loan you the money to build or repair your credit.
One of those questions should be the obvious.
Can these people afford to lend me the money to get out of debt?
Are these people kind enough to loan you money without putting
high demands on you. Of course there may be interest involved,
but remember they are loaning you money they could be spending
on their own bills. Is it possible that you can repay the loan
without complicating your situation further? Can I repay these
people that loan me the money to free myself of one debt? How
long do I have to repay the loan? Make sure there are no extra
complications before asking friends or family for money to help
get you out of debt. One of the best solutions for finding a way
to repair your credit is searching the options to make the money
yourself. If you have a mortgage payment and struggling each
month to make ends meet, you might want to sell your home.
Many homeowners go for this option simply because they make more
money in the long run. Once they sell their home they are often
able to repay their mortgage loan and then take out a loan for
another mortgage more affordable. If you decide to sell your
home to repair your credit and get out of debt, be sure that you
look around for the best possible solutions in order to prevent
further complications. Make sure you know how much is owed on
your home before you set a price for resell. If there are any
repairs that are minor or major, try to repair them first before
selling. If you can't afford to repair the home, try to do
minimal repair so that you can up the price of the home you are
selling.
About the author:
Tony Robinson is a business owner with vast experience in all
facets of Credit and Credit Repair - for further tips and
techniques visit http://www.officialdebtfree.com
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