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Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Most of us need extra cash from time to time and sometimes it's hard to get our hands on it. Maybe you need some extra money for the holidays, or maybe bills and other expenses are starting to stack up. If this is the case for you, finding an online loan may be a solution that will really help you out.
Online loans usually work just how you would think. You apply online through a secure service, and provide the lender with all of your personal information. They will usually ask if you have a job and you will need to provide your social security number for identity verification. While some lenders can provide instant approval, most services will take a few hours to make a decision.
If you're approved, most online lenders will notify you via email. Once approved, the money is generally direct deposited into your checking or savings account. You will usually get the money the day after you're approved.
When looking for the best lending institution for your online loan, you'll want to check out a few things. First of all, what kind of personal information are they asking for? Second of all, is their application website completely secure? In most cases, you will need to provide your social security number and perhaps your driver's license number. This is personal information that if retrieved by the wrong hands could really damage your credit score and identity in general.
Identity theft is becoming more common these days, but you can protect yourself and online transactions can still be safe and secure. Be wary of any company offering you a loan that doesn't seem to have much of a history. If you research the company online, you should be able to gather supporting information that they have issued loans in the past and are a reliable lending source. In you can't seem to find any of this kind of evidence; you might want to go with a different company.
They should also state on their website what type of security or encryption is used to make sure the information you provide is not captured anywhere else on the web. As long as the lending source is using a secure website, you shouldn't have any problems and will have your hands on the needed cash in no time.
Online loans usually work just how you would think. You apply online through a secure service, and provide the lender with all of your personal information. They will usually ask if you have a job and you will need to provide your social security number for identity verification. While some lenders can provide instant approval, most services will take a few hours to make a decision.
If you're approved, most online lenders will notify you via email. Once approved, the money is generally direct deposited into your checking or savings account. You will usually get the money the day after you're approved.
When looking for the best lending institution for your online loan, you'll want to check out a few things. First of all, what kind of personal information are they asking for? Second of all, is their application website completely secure? In most cases, you will need to provide your social security number and perhaps your driver's license number. This is personal information that if retrieved by the wrong hands could really damage your credit score and identity in general.
Identity theft is becoming more common these days, but you can protect yourself and online transactions can still be safe and secure. Be wary of any company offering you a loan that doesn't seem to have much of a history. If you research the company online, you should be able to gather supporting information that they have issued loans in the past and are a reliable lending source. In you can't seem to find any of this kind of evidence; you might want to go with a different company.
They should also state on their website what type of security or encryption is used to make sure the information you provide is not captured anywhere else on the web. As long as the lending source is using a secure website, you shouldn't have any problems and will have your hands on the needed cash in no time.
About the Author:
Dave is an educator about guaranteed online loans and has helped hundreds of people to find bad credit personal loans. You can find out more about loans by visiting his site.
posted by Credit Counseling at
3:44 PM
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We need to maintain "GOOD" credit always. If you have experienced a recent denial of credit, are appalled by bank balances, credit card balances, are having cash flow issues, then it is time for a thorough investigation of your personal financial situation. You need credit repair.
You may be quite fearful about looking at your credit report, but you need to bite the bullet and be proactive about seeing this document(s). No one can do this for you and there is no magic for fixing the situation without your involvement.
Most everyone knows that ability to get a mortgage, personal loan, credit card depends on a good credit rating. We also need to b e aware that there are other reasons that we may not know that raise negative issues resulting from poor credit. Credit score is affected most by credit cards and debt.
Did you know that poor credit may result in:
Life, health, and homeowner's insurance may be denied Employment may be denied Credit cards & loans may be denied or offered with high interest rates Car loans may be denied Cell phone contracts may be denied You may not be able to start a business
Our financial world can be successful or miserable, but credit is the basis for our personal financial world and we need credit. Therefore, if you have defaulted (or are close), are having cash flow problems, large credit repair balances, credit repair is a necessity.
You can research how to secure your credit report(s) from each of the 3 major credit reporting bureaus. You can fix your credit. The Fair Credit Reporting Act provides helpful information about this process of securing and fixing credit reports. It is all about consumer rights.
Reestablishing good credit is work, but well worth it. Contact your creditors and explain your situation. If creditors realize that you are serious about debt repayment, they will be more likely to work with you. Information is available to assist you.
You may be quite fearful about looking at your credit report, but you need to bite the bullet and be proactive about seeing this document(s). No one can do this for you and there is no magic for fixing the situation without your involvement.
Most everyone knows that ability to get a mortgage, personal loan, credit card depends on a good credit rating. We also need to b e aware that there are other reasons that we may not know that raise negative issues resulting from poor credit. Credit score is affected most by credit cards and debt.
Did you know that poor credit may result in:
Life, health, and homeowner's insurance may be denied Employment may be denied Credit cards & loans may be denied or offered with high interest rates Car loans may be denied Cell phone contracts may be denied You may not be able to start a business
Our financial world can be successful or miserable, but credit is the basis for our personal financial world and we need credit. Therefore, if you have defaulted (or are close), are having cash flow problems, large credit repair balances, credit repair is a necessity.
You can research how to secure your credit report(s) from each of the 3 major credit reporting bureaus. You can fix your credit. The Fair Credit Reporting Act provides helpful information about this process of securing and fixing credit reports. It is all about consumer rights.
Reestablishing good credit is work, but well worth it. Contact your creditors and explain your situation. If creditors realize that you are serious about debt repayment, they will be more likely to work with you. Information is available to assist you.
About the Author:
With unprecedented problems in the credit markets it?s more important than ever to have excellent credit. For more information check out Rob Kosbergs' Detailed FREE Guide on Maintaining and Repairing your Credit Score by going to Bad Credit Repair for your FREE information.
posted by Credit Counseling at
12:09 PM
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Getting your first credit card is exciting and easy. All you need to do is open up the pre-filled out application and sign your name onto it. Then you toss it in the mail and just like that you are in. Into one of the world's worst debt causers today, which seems to be expanding immensely.
Then you get the card, and it's easy to use. It's just as easy as your debit card, except it doesn't hit your bank account ... yet. It hits your credit card debt, which is a killer. It's very easy to keep spending and spending, and it's very easy to lose track of how much you have spent.
Before you know it, you have huge credit card debt, the card company doesn't care, and you're stuck making minimum payments at 20% for the next 30 years. You've gotten used to spending, so you quickly find you are living beyond your means, and collection calls begin. There HAS to be a way out!
They way out is to repair your past mistakes. Get rid of the credit card debt. Call the card company and ask them to work out a payment plan with you. Most of the time they are interested in getting their money back just like you are, so you can probably strike a deal for a reduced interest rate in exchange for a larger payment.
Once you make that phone call - trash the cards. Cut them up and bury them deep within your closet so you will never have to accidentally find one and go spend again. Ruining them completely can just hurt you ultimately as you may need the number to verify an account or etc. So saving them just for that purpose is necessary, unless you write the number down
However if you made the major mistake of using more than one card; you will likely be getting hounded from those companies to make payments as well. Simply telling them you are paying off a larger debt to a different company will get them off of your back, yet they will want to work something out.
Do not divulge the details of your arrangements elsewhere, because you might be on tape. Instead, let them know that you will be happy to discuss payments, but you respectfully need their understanding in negotiating. Do not agree to more payment than you can handle.
After all these arrangements, there might be another bill that you forgot about. If you cannot pay, don't lie. Apologize to them. Let them know that you have made arrangements with however many other places, and your income is fixed, but you will be happy to call them monthly to update them on your status. Stay in touch so they know your intentions, and you may find the collectors working on YOUR terms!
Then you get the card, and it's easy to use. It's just as easy as your debit card, except it doesn't hit your bank account ... yet. It hits your credit card debt, which is a killer. It's very easy to keep spending and spending, and it's very easy to lose track of how much you have spent.
Before you know it, you have huge credit card debt, the card company doesn't care, and you're stuck making minimum payments at 20% for the next 30 years. You've gotten used to spending, so you quickly find you are living beyond your means, and collection calls begin. There HAS to be a way out!
They way out is to repair your past mistakes. Get rid of the credit card debt. Call the card company and ask them to work out a payment plan with you. Most of the time they are interested in getting their money back just like you are, so you can probably strike a deal for a reduced interest rate in exchange for a larger payment.
Once you make that phone call - trash the cards. Cut them up and bury them deep within your closet so you will never have to accidentally find one and go spend again. Ruining them completely can just hurt you ultimately as you may need the number to verify an account or etc. So saving them just for that purpose is necessary, unless you write the number down
However if you made the major mistake of using more than one card; you will likely be getting hounded from those companies to make payments as well. Simply telling them you are paying off a larger debt to a different company will get them off of your back, yet they will want to work something out.
Do not divulge the details of your arrangements elsewhere, because you might be on tape. Instead, let them know that you will be happy to discuss payments, but you respectfully need their understanding in negotiating. Do not agree to more payment than you can handle.
After all these arrangements, there might be another bill that you forgot about. If you cannot pay, don't lie. Apologize to them. Let them know that you have made arrangements with however many other places, and your income is fixed, but you will be happy to call them monthly to update them on your status. Stay in touch so they know your intentions, and you may find the collectors working on YOUR terms!
About the Author:
To find out exactly how you can get your annual VantageScore credit report visit my VantageScore credit report website.
posted by Credit Counseling at
10:53 AM
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