Frequently Asked Questions about Repairing Bad Credit

Can we erase bad credit?Yes. Erasing or repairing bad credit may seem like an insurmountable task, but it is possible. Some people say that only time and patience will repair bad credit and this is true to a certain extent, but there are things that you can do to “speed up” the process.Can we erase bad credit legally?Yes. In fact there are law firms that specialize in repairing bad credit.Can we erase bad credit if we have had negative items reported to the credit bureaus?Yes. Repairing bad credit is mostly concerned with removing negative items from your credit reports.Can we get a credit card before we erase bad credit?Yes. You can get a credit card before repairing bad credit, but you will pay higher interest rates and fees. If your credit scores are really low, you may only be able to qualify for a secured credit card. A secured credit card is one that requires you to make a deposit into a savings account and your credit limit is equal to the balance in the savings account. If you are successful at repairing bad credit, you will probably be surprised at the credit card offers you will receive.Can we get a home loan before we erase bad credit?You can probably qualify for a home loan with bad credit, but you will pay hundreds of dollars more per month than someone with good credit. So, the question you might want to ask instead is; should we get a home loan before we erase bad credit. Repairing bad credit will save you money in the long run, even if you are unable to do it yourself. The cost of hiring a law firm that specializes in repairing bad credit is small compared to the additional interest people with bad credit are required to pay. The reason is that lenders are allowed to charge different interest rates to different people. They are not allowed to discriminate because of race or sex, but they are allowed to discriminate because of past credit history. This is why many people are interested in repairing bad credit. These people know that they many be able to get credit, but they will pay more.Can we erase bad credit on our own?Yes. Companies that specialize in repairing bad credit can not legally do anything for you that you could not do for yourself. The only thing you may save by hiring someone to do it for you is time and frustration.How can we erase bad credit?Repairing bad credit includes many factors; correcting information on your credit report, removing negative items from your credit report, negotiating with creditors to remove negative items, having excessive inquiries removed and building good credit. The first step in a do-it-yourself program is to visit www.annualcreditreport.com and review the information on your credit report. No matter how bad it looks, don’t give up. Repairing bad credit is a lengthy process. There are books, software programs and kits for repairing bad credit. There is also a lot of free advice on the subject. There are law firms and other companies that specialize in repairing bad credit. They can do most of the work for you.