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WHO can i pay to fix my credit report?

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Real Estate Broker/Owner with Godzyk Real Estate Services NH License 033394

It seems like everyone wants to know who can fix their credit. Most are offering to pay for such a service without even knowing how it works. The SECRET is letting everyone know that you can not pay anyone to do, what you can do already for free yourself. Here in the Manchester NH area First time buyers and those looking to buy their next home all ask about how they can increase their credit score. 

 

 

The most obvious is ay every bill on time. The next most important tip, is make sure your balance are below half of what your credit limit is. When shopping for a home you should not open any new accounts. In addition you should not close any accounts as those accounts with zero balance really do build your score.

 

Lastly once per year you can get a free credit report by going to www.Annualcreditreport.com When selling a home, the more people that see it the better. My tried and true policy is to . Check you report and make sure it is correct. If it is not, you cn go to each of the 3 credit bureau's and dispute anything not correct.

 

 

THE BOTTOM LINE is that when you are ready to buy, you NEED to know that there is a Right way and a Wrong to buy or sell a home. This is an example of the wrong way.  One persons mess was anothers whole life. The other agent did not like the home and did not put forth any effort.  

 

The HARD TRUTH is that the BEST way to be prepared to buy or sell a home is by hiring a "GOOD" Agent. One that will guide you through each step of the Buying or Selling process. To the consumers who were successful, they found the secret which I would like to share with you. Free advice can be worth what you paid for it, so when you are ready, do it right. 

 

If you read all the way to hear, i hope you like my series of "catchy titles" They are meant to grab your attention and let Buyers and Sellers know how to avoid such pitfalls by simply hiring a better agent. One that will work with them throughout the buying and selling process. 

 

 

THE TOP TIPS TO FIND A "GREAT" REAL ESTATE AGENT

 

 1. LEARN THIS ONE FACT: One should know that All Agents are not created equal and every buyer or seller should take the time to hire the BEST not just the biggest Agent or Company. It is important to Hire the BEST Agent. In NH that could be me.   

2. CHOOSE THE RIGHT AGENT: As a Buyer OR Seller in this market you need every advantage you can to get your home sold. It starts with choosing the right agent. a. Ask for a Full time agent whose sole job is to sell homes. b. Ask for a Full service agent who will guide you through each step of the selling process. Discount brokers often equal discount services. c. Ask for a Local agent who knows your neighborhood and is readily available when you need them is a must. Out of town agents can leave you high and dry in your time of need. d. Ask for a well experienced Listing Agent can give you the advantages you need when selling your home. Not all agents are created equal. Choose only the best.  

 3. HOME BUYERS SHOULD START BY:  Getting a FREE PRE-QUALIFICATION with a local and trusted lender. They will look at your credit and financial picture and let you know what type of mortgage you may qualify for and what your interest rate and monthly payment may be.   

4. HOME SELLERS SHOULD START BYGetting a FREE MARKET ANALYSIS. Learn what your property is worth in today's market along with how ling it may take to sell. If you are ready to sell now, learn what you should ask for it. How much offers may come in at and what the approximate selling price should be. NH Home owners should contact me now.   

 

 

IN SUMMARY the key to having a successful purchase or sale can increase simply choosing a better agent. The secret is that All Agents are not created equal and every buyer or seller should take the time to hire the BEST not just the biggest. I leave you with now infamous philosophy, which is simple, to provide more personal and professional service to guide my clients through each step of the buying or selling process.

 

 

It does not take magic to turn your "For Sale" sign into a "Sold" sign. it takes a full time Local Agent who specializes in Listing homes like yours.


If you are thinking of buying a Home please contact us. Get a free pre-qualification along with some of the BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE through each step of the Buying Prices.

 

 

WE STRIVE TO PROVIDE THE BEST POSSIBLE SERVICE THROUGHOUT EACH STEP OF THE LISTING AND SELLING PROCESS!!!

 

If you need to sell your home and you owe more than your house is worth, i may be able to help. I specialize in working with home owners to get your home sold. There are many options such as a short sale which may be able to help you.

Please try and avoid out of state or out of town agents and companies that make "out of this world promises". We are local agents with experience who never charge any up front fees.

 

 

 

We are local agents with experience who GET RESULTS!!!

 

We stand by you through every step in selling your home.

 

Another reason that makes New Hampshire a great place to Live, Work and Play.

 

About the Author: Scott Godzyk is the Owner/Broker of the Godzyk Real Estate Services in Manchester NH. With 30 years of experience, Scott is a leading Agent for Listing and Selling Homes in this area. To CONTACT Scott Godzyk please call 603.661.2121 or EMAIL: Sctprop@aol.com . We are Full Time Agents ready to serve all of your Real Estate needs through each step of the buying and Selling process. We are proud to be locally owned and operated.

Comments(8)

Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400
The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - Plainview, NY
Long Island Condo and Home Specialists

Good tips Scott, although I know many who do not take these steps...

Feb 19, 2016 09:32 PM
Linda Guess
Keller Williams Tri-Lakes Branson, MO - Branson, MO
Branson area real estate sales.

So many people currently need to fix their credit.  These are some good procedures for checking and correcting credit reports.

Feb 19, 2016 09:38 PM
John McCormack, CRS
Albuquerque Homes Realty - Albuquerque, NM
Honesty, Integrity, Results, Experienced. HIRE Me!

Good Saturday morning Scott Godzyk -  Great information for those who don't understand the importance or how to fix their credit.  It's one of the most important things one can have is GOOD CREDIT.

Feb 19, 2016 10:12 PM
Bill Roberts
Brooks and Dunphy Real Estate - Oceanside, CA
"Baby Boomer" Retirement Planner

Hi Scott Godzyk Yeah, cleaning a credit report is NOT like cleaning a house. It is the actions you take over a period of time. So you might as well do it yourself.

Bill Roberts

Feb 19, 2016 11:33 PM
Gene Mundt, IL/WI Mortgage Originator - FHA/VA/Conv/Jumbo/Portfolio/Refi
NMLS #216987, IL Lic. 031.0006220, WI Licensed. APMC NMLS #175656 - New Lenox, IL
708.921.6331 - 40+ yrs experience

Have to add a word of warning to your advice, Scott Godzyk ... for those contemplating the purchase (or refi) of a home ... disputing accounts may (or may not) be a wise thing to do.  

PRIOR to their taking that action, they need to have a conversation with a LO to make sure they are not inadvertently making a loan approval harder or impossible for themselves by doing so.  Ironically, I just wrote a post on this very topic last week.

I so agree with you though about potential buyers being capable of doing much of their repair themselves.  It takes time, attention to detail, and follow-up .. but it can be done well if they are willing to provide it ... 

Gene

Feb 19, 2016 11:51 PM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

Seems like an easy solution to simply not ruin ones credit in the first place.  "Bad" things happen to "good" people ... and crap does happen ... and some of that crap ruins credit. There are countless companies we can pay to "fix" credit ... and we can do it our self which is the first step in taking responsibility and not paying people to do what we can do our self.

Feb 20, 2016 12:39 AM
Dick Greenberg
New Paradigm Partners LLC - Fort Collins, CO
Northern Colorado Residential Real Estate

Hi Scott - Good advice. We have free, state-run credit counseling here if needed, much better than the rip-off artists that charge high fees and deliver nothing of value.

Feb 20, 2016 07:00 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

This is good advice for consumers who wish to repair or follow their credit reports.

Feb 20, 2016 09:23 AM