If you have bad credit, repair it with the help of a specialist. Most people don’t realize that they have options and can work to fix their score just by sitting down with an expert.
Having a good score can help simplify many processes from getting a good mortgage rate to qualifying for a future loan. If you have had problems in the past qualifying for loans or getting a lower interest rate,
it may be because you have a low FICO score.
The FICO score, which stands for Fair Isaac Corporation (the company that invented the score) is what most businesses and banks use when the look at your credit. Repair that score and you are on your way to having a higher overall rating which means you can qualify for lower interest rates.
When you first sit down with a credit repair counselor, expert or specialist, they are going to ask for all your reports. Basically, they want to look them over and review any possible problems that could be causing you to have a lower score. After giving your reports a review, they will be able to start providing solutions.
Some companies can do all of this work through the Internet. If you are not interested in meeting with someone in person, or are fearful that you don’t have the time or money, online can make the process quick and affordable. Find a company that has a good reputation in credit repair, though. You don’t want to be scammed by a company that makes promises that they cannot keep.
There are companies out there that prey on people that are looking to raise their score. The mantra: “if it’s too good to be true, it probably is” is a good one to follow in this instance. If a company promises to raise your score within days or raise it multiple hundreds of points, they may be trying to scam you. Also, never agree to create a new social security number or a false tax submission.
Once the credit repair specialists or experts have reviewed the reports and determined the problems, they will be able to represent you to the main bureaus, Equifax, Experian and Transunion, as well as any other necessary creditors. Disputing your reports to the creditors is where it pays to have an expert on your side. Usually, there will be some sort of amendment or deletion that will raise your score.
After the creditors respond, your expert will let you know what the next step is. Generally, though, your specialist will set you up with ways that you can continue to improve your score. Helping you realize the value of paying your bills on time, setting up payment plans and other ways to improve your score.
Credit repair is possible. You can raise your score significantly by contacting bureaus and creditors. With the help of an expert, you can be assured the process will go smoothly and you will get the results that you need to qualify for lower interest rates on mortgages, loans and other borrowing.
