credit mistakes: Is It a Good Idea to Dispute the Credit Bureaus Online?
- 09/14/12 12:14 AM
Buyers who know they need to improve their credit scores before they can be preapproved or prequalify often want to undertake the challenge of "repairing" their credit online. This is one of the most common questions I receive, "Is it a good idea to dispute the credit bureaus online?" I'm not going to tell you NOT to dispute online, but let me share some reasons you may not know about before you do! Even though disputing online may sound like a fast efficient way to fix an error on your credit report, you may be wrong. Disputing online makes the credit bureau's job … (0 comments)
credit mistakes: Credit Mistakes You Can’t Afford to Make
- 03/12/12 12:10 AM
Credit scores can be frustrating – “My credit was fine the last time I checked it; what happened?” Sometimes a seemingly small mistake can affect your score for up to seven years. The following can cause your credit score to drop 100 points or more. Missing a Payment If this happens to you try calling your creditor and ask for a good faith adjustment. This may work if you don’t have many other derogatory items. If you are unsuccessful, make sure to be on time with subsequent payments and you will see your credit score recover over the next 12 … (6 comments)
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Buyers who know they need to improve their credit scores before they can be preapproved or prequalify often want to undertake the challenge of "repairing" their credit online. This is one of the most common questions I receive, "Is it a good idea to dispute the credit bureaus online?";)
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