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How to Apply for a Loan Modification Successfully?
Applying for a loan modification is often a long, daunting and complicated process that leaves many homeowners feeling powerless and “in the dark” while they’re waiting for their bank or lender to decide their fate. And if, after spending many sleepless months and a considerable amount of money on postage and documentation fees, they end up getting rejected, well let’s just say from experience how frustrating that can be. And that’s why a person should use an online software that helps other homeowners understand their options, negotiate better with their bank or lender, and address the many challenges of applying for a loan modification. How, exactly, does it work? Read on.
How A Loan Modification Software Can Help You
1: It tells you upfront whether or not you pre-qualify to modify your loan.
When you input information regarding your loan and finances into the system, the software provides you with a possible loan modification workout that shows you whether or not you “pre-qualify” under the government’s HAMP guidelines and under private loan modification guidelines. Those who pre-qualify can confidently proceed with sending their application to their lender. Those who don’t can explore other loan scenarios using the software, and work on fine-tuning their budgets and finances accordingly. Of course, they could also choose to send their application to their lender even if they don’t pre-qualify, but they may have to keep their expectations low and realistic. And knowing what one can expect and what one’s financial data looks like to a lender is a key advantage of using the loan modification software.
2: It gives you access to proven tips, guidelines and other useful information.
THe software containing a lot of research on loan modifications-what kind of documents and forms you’ll need, what guidelines you should follow, what the different financial terms mean, how lenders calculate loan modification workouts, and the like. All of the tips are shared with you, including best practices based on other homeowners’ experiences. For instance, once your bank has received your paperwork, you should ask them to assign you a representative to your case, so you won’t get bounced from one department to another every time you follow-up with your application. Be prepared, as well, to answer detailed questions and to clarify items on your tax returns and bank statements. But also know when to push back-sometimes, underwriters ask for clarifications that may not be applicable to your case. They are dealing with lots of paperwork and can make mistakes.
3: It “demystifies” the financial calculations used by your lender when deciding whether or not to approve your loan modification request.
The software doesn’t just tell you what documents you’ll need and how to organize them for maximum efficiency, but it will also help you prepare your financial worksheet. This worksheet is probably the most important criteria in getting your loan modification approved (provided, of course, that you can validate what you are claiming on it) because it will help you understand how banks analyze and calculate your financial data, and how they decide on whether or not to approve your request. And if you know what your bank knows, you’ll be able to negotiate better with them!
4: It streamlines-and simplifies-the application process.
The software provides you with a step-by-step guide to completing your application, from beginning to end, so you’re well prepared once you are ready to submit your application to your lender.
5: You avoid “applying in the dark.”
Using the knowledge and tools, you’ll be optimizing your chances for success and will likely avoid the many challenges and headaches inherent in the loan modification process. But you don’t have to take my word for it why don’t you take a look around and give it a try?
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3 Simple Ways to Use Online Credit Reports to Improve Your Personal Credit
Like most Americans you may be skeptical of why an unseen online agency would want to help you by checking your credit score for free. I mean, aren’t they just out there to get your money? The truth is, these credit checks can really help you, especially if you are trying to improve your credit.
First, by checking your credit online, you avoid dings, which lower your score. Many consumers are afraid to investigate their credit because they think their score might drop, putting them in even worse shape. This isn’t true with online credit reports. Thus, without dinging your credit, online sources allow you to check out your score, for better or worse.
Alternately, if you have been denied credit within the last 30 days, you can ask the credit bureau for a free report that won’t ding your credit. You do have to use a local reporting agency, which can take more time than using an online source. Most people go in person to the agency to request the report and then pick it up. Both of these steps seem quite tedious when compared to online credit checks.
Another benefit of online credit reports is the ability to see both good and bad credit you have on your report from the privacy of your own personal computer. No nosy bankers trying to get your a credit card or auto loan. Without sales pressure, you are less likely to get into more debt and lower your credit score.
Lastly, you can verify the accuracy of your credit. The online report will be taken from each of the three national credit bureaus. Occasionally you will see accounts that you dispute, which gives you the opportunity to contact the bureau. To do this, you must write a letter explaining exactly what is incorrect or disputed. The agency must investigate. When they contact the creditor, he has 14 days to respond or the item is deleted off your credit. A little known secret is that if the item is less than $500 or older than one year, most creditors won’t bother responding, whether your dispute is accurate or not. Disputing bad credit is the most direct way you can improve your credit. When your bad credit is reversed your credit score will increase. Most importantly, after your score goes up you have the right to demand that your updated credit report be sent to all those who have denied you credit in the last six months. Good news!
So, if you wonder how good, or bad, your credit score is, don’t be afraid to check it out online. The report is excellent information that arms you with power to change and improve your credit. Most people with bad credit don’t know much about how it gets that way or how to fix it. Your knowing both is a good start to improving your credit.