I'm trying to pay my credit cards off early and am not sure if I have an annual fee on them?
I'm using the dinktown.net calculators and I'm factoring in my current balance, monthly payment, APR, etc. and it wants to factor in my annual fee.
The problem is I'm not sure if I even have an annual fee. Does every card have one? I don't remember ever paying this. Or does it already factor into my monthly payments?
If it helps I'm talking about a bestbuy card and and AAFES Star card.
Good thinking that you are trying to clear off all the debt.
Call toll free numbers and ask them questions to find out terms and conditions. IF possible, request them to send you a copy of disclosures of interest rate, annual fee, etc..etc., This time around, please save the paperwork
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Is it possible to have a great credit score with loans only?
Is it possible to have a great credit score with loans only and no credit cards? I have bank loans for cars and personal loans but due to my inability to control spending on credit cards I don't use them anymore. In fact, I am afraid of them.....Is not the choice to not use them good credit management?
Thank you, in advance, for your time and knowledge!
To Clarify:
I want my credit score to be no lower than the middle 700's using only loans. Is this possible?
My last loan was for 11,000 and was paid off in full, with no late payments on 09/2006
Lynn: just because you have a credit card doesn't mean you have to use it. Congratulations on coming to terms with the fact that you are aware of "inability to control spending on credit cards." Get a card (or two) and use scissors to cut them into tiny pieces. By not using them, you will have a history of credit and a zero balance... that's more than many of us can say. Just make sure there's no annual fee for the cards. You are also wise to have loans for cars and home and things like that rather than burden yourself with consumer debt. I'd say you are on the right track with your financial goals and awareness to your strengths and weaknesses will make you a winner in the long run. Your credit score is made up of credit card history, balance, debt to income, assets versus liability, income, and many other factors so it's impossible to say what makes your score good or bad. Back in the 50s and 60s there were no credit cards and yet people managed to live within their means instead of what we have going on today with bankruptcy, foreclosures, and sleepless nights. Get copies of your credit reports from Transunion, Experian and Equifax and keep on top of them. Challenge any information that's incorrect. Don't worry about your score as much as your plans. Sock money into an emergency fund, take advantage of long term retirement savings, and make compromises with your spending to enjoy life without stress and debt. If you can't have the best of everything, make the best of everything that you have. Read books by and about millionaires to see what parts of their lifestyle can fit into yours. People with money have money because they watch it carefully. You have to respect that. Keep your eyes on increasing income and reducing expenses and your credit score will follow your goals. Pay on your debts on time and pay more when you can. There's more to you than what you own and what you owe so be the best you can be.
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A couple weeks ago, the Giants were ahead 8 to 1 after 5 complete innings. In the 6th, they brought in a pitcher that pitched the final four innings. The game end something like 14 to 2. The second pitcher got credit for the save. Can you explain that to me as well as the more common way of getting a save? Thanks.
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Credit a pitcher with a save when he meets all three of the following conditions: (1) He is the finishing pitcher in a game won by his club; and (2) He is not the winning pitcher; and (3) He qualifies under one of the following conditions: (a) He enters the game with a lead of no more than three runs and pitches for at least one inning; or (b) He enters the game, regardless of the count, with the potential tying run either on base, or at bat, or on deck (that is, the potential tying run is either already on base or is one of the first two batsmen he faces); or (c) He pitches effectively for at least three innings. No more than one save may be credited in each game.
In your situation, it is because he pitched effectively for atleast 3 innings. Most saves are acquired in the 9th inning when the team is up by 3 runs or less and the "closer" shuts down the other team.
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If I stop making mortgage payments on my rental house, can the bank force me to sell my primary house?
I live in California and both properties are in California. Primary in San Francisco, rental in Richmond.
If I let the banks foreclose on my rental property can they come after my primary home?
The value of my Richmond property has gone down by 40%, and I owe more to the banks that what I could sell it for. I have been struggling to make the monthly payments since last Nov 2007, and as a real estate agent, I have had no sales since 12/07. Therefore I can no longer make my mortgage payments. I cannot sell or refinance my rental property due to the decrease in value.
I have contacted Bank of America, Washington Mutual and the many "consumer" counseling sites such as 999-hope for help. But all tell me that unless I stop making payments the banks will not talk to me about modifying terms. However, once I stop making payments I will then ruin my credit. And so I have until May 15, 2008 to either make my payment or not. And at this moment I am thinking of stopping payments.
On the upside, if you default on your primary residence, you can escpape the ordinary income & tax of debt cancellation http://www.irs.gov/individuals/article/0,,id=179414,00.html
Unfortunately, this does not apply to investment properties. It may be better to let the primary residence foreclose & then move into the rental home.
Most banks will not work out a short sale or loan modification until you prove assets, income, etc., in addition to being late on payments to the point of foreclosure process being on your doorstep.
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Consumer credit has become a topical issue for researchers, regulators and the banking industry in Europe as a result of increasing market integration, regulatory changes and a growing tendency of households to use debt to finance consumption. This study uses a cross-country approach to look at a broad range of issues related to consumer credit in Europe. Focusing on both the supply and demand sides, it takes into account the structure and performance of financial intermediaries, the socio-demographic and economic profile of households and their risk of over-indebtedness, as well as the regulatory framework, such as the new Consumer Credit Directive. In the light of this analysis, measures for the prevention and management of over-indebtedness are presented. This book is essential for postgraduate students and specialists in financial institutions, for regulators and policy-makers who are in charge of efficiency and stability of financial systems.
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