Archives for the 'Credit Repair' Category
How to Win the Credit Repair Game
Right Where You Belong!
The credit bureaus are not the enemy. And the folks that created the FICO credit score model are not out to get you. In fact, if you take time to learn the rules you will find out how fun the game can be. Here are a few moves that will boost […]
A Step-by-Step Guide to Credit Repair
The Need for Credit Repair
In 2003 congress passed an important amendment to the Fair Credit Reporting Act. The amendment, known as FACTA, required Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion to provide consumers with a free credit report, upon request, once every 12 months. This was meant to encourage consumers to examine their credit reports for errors. FACTA […]
Credit Repair and the Collection Puzzle
You Can Take Control!
Collectors use both law and psychology in the practice of their craft. Many collectors operate legitimately, while others cross the line daily. Do you know your rights? Here is the correct way to deal with a collector - and maybe even come out ahead.
Getting the Collection Letter
Many people in credit repair programs […]
Credit Repair and the Hidden Power of Credit Cards
Credit Cards Hold the Key
There is nothing like the subject of credit cards to get people excited. Credit cards can be a great convenience, or a weapon of financial destruction. But there is more power in that plastic than you think. Credit cards also hold the key to higher credit scores and speedy credit repair […]
Credit Repair: Exercise Your Legal Rights!
Take Control!
Don’t imagine that other people always play fair. Look out for yourself. Knowing your legal rights can make all the difference in the world. Here is our take on some essential rights and remedies that can save you money and put you back where you belong - in control.
Credit Repair and FCRA Reporting Limits
The […]
The Seven Deadly Credit Repair Sins
The Devil in the Details
Have you had credit issues in the past? Are you ready for better times? Credit repair can produce awesome results if done properly. But a wrong turn can leave you worse off than before. Here is our list of the seven deadly credit repair sins you need to avoid.
Credit Repair Sin […]
Credit Repair: Credit Score Secrets
FICO - More Than Meets the Eye
Fair Isaac and Company is the developer of the FICO score, the credit score used by most lenders today. The exact formula is not published, but Fair Isaac offers a breakdown of the categories of influence, and the relative importance of each. The breakdown is a helpful starting point […]
Credit Repair and the Power of Secured Credit Cards
The Big Credit Repair Mistake
One of the big mistakes people make as they begin a credit repair program is to neglect the credit rebuilding part of the credit repair process. Removing derogatory information, as important as it is, will only get you halfway to your goal. If you clean up your credit without opening new […]
Credit Repair and Bankruptcy
Choices and Solutions
A period of financial hardship may leave you with unmanageable debt. If you find yourself unable to meet your monthly obligations you may be forced to consider bankruptcy. Here is a discussion of the new bankruptcy laws along with some powerful credit repair strategies designed to minimize the impact of bankruptcy on your […]
Credit Repair and the Zen of FICO
What Do You Want?
How serious are you about credit repair? Some people are happy to improve their credit, others are not satisfied until they master their credit scores. If you are aspiring for credit repair perfection, then you are ready for a lesson in the Zen of FICO.
Credit Repair Matters
Your credit score is just a […]