Bad credit not only looks bad but it makes it difficult in the future to receive fair loan interest rates and may affect your ability to buy a home when you want. The Federal Trade Commission, which claims to protect America’s consumers, recommends starting with self-help rather than going with a credit repair agency such as the ones that send out fliers advertising quick fixes to your credit repair problems. These companies often involve scams. While their methods may work for some people, they are not useful for everyone. For this reason, the FTC recommends self help first. They provide a list of steps to follow. They are summarized below.Step OneWhen you receive a report from a consumer reporting agency that you believe is inaccurate, tell them you think it is inaccurate. Many times, mistakes are simply made. It is important that they are aware that you know something is amiss and that you are paying attention to what they send you.When you send them a letter detailing inaccuracies, you need to send off copies of documents that support your position. Do not, under any circumstance, submit the original documents. If your originals are gone, so is any proof that […]

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