Your credit report influences your ability to obtain purchases on credit as well as your ability to rent an apartment, purchase a home, secure a job or buy insurance.
Although credit problems are common, few people understand how their credit history is collected and reported.
Auto One wants you to understand your credit, credit reports and credit scores. we'll show you how and why a good credit rating can "change your life." Included in on this page is information on how to fix mistakes in your credit report and steps you can take to improve your credit score. Reading this site is your first step towards getting "The Credit You Deserve."
if your credit history needs help, I hope you will utilize the information contained in this website for your benefit. Auto One truly wants to help play a part in helping you "change your credit & change your life"
Sincerely,
Gary R. Jacobsen, Pres. Auto One Inc.
Your Credit History
Before creditors will extend you credit, they want some confidence you will be able to repay them. To determine whether they should extend you credit, creditors consider factors such as your income, how long you have lived in the same place and have held the same job, what you own, how much you owe to other creditors, how much credit cards you have, whether you have ever had a legal judgment against you and whether you pay your bills on time.
Your Credit Score
The information in your credit history is used to create your credit score, a three-digit number that shows how likely you are to pay your debts, based on statistics of how millions of other people pay their debts. The higher you score, the more likely you are to be a good credit risk for a creditor. Credit scores usually range from the 300's to about 850. Usually, you need a score at least in the low 600's to get a mortgage. Most companies charge lower interest rates to people with higher scores.
If your credit history is bad and your score is low because of too much spending and poor bill-paying habits, don't despair. With a little time and a bit more discipline, you can improve your credit profile. Credit scores change with each piece of information they receive from you. Because the scoring system gives extra weight to the most recent activity, the positive steps you take today may make a quick improvement in your score.
You can also request your credit report and credit score from these agencies by mail, phone or e-mail for a small fee.
Equifax Information Services, LLC P.O. Box 740241 Atlanta, GA 30374-241 (800) 888-4213 www.equifax.com
TransUnion, LLC Consumer Disclosure Center P.O. Box 1000 Chester, PA 19022 (800) 888-4213 www.transunion.com
Experian National Consumer Assistance Center P.O. Box 2104 Allen,TX 75013 (888) 397-3742 www.experian.com
Here are some suggestions:
If you owe a lot to your credit cards, stop using the cards and make at least the minimum payment every month.
Don't ignore your debt obligations. If you are experiencing problems paying your bills, contact your creditors immediately and try to work out a payment plan.
Pay all your bills on time. Late payments will cause you to lose points
Have a current source of credit, use it and start making regular on-time payments.
Do not apply more for credit than you need. Applications will show up on your credit report and may cause potential creditors to think you are about to take on more debt. If your credit report is run in excess it can adversely affect your score.
How much do I need down? You will need to put 10% - 30% down depending on the price of the vehicle you choose. $0 down is possible for those with a little better credit!
How much will my payment plan be? The finance company we're associated with is in the business of helping people rebuild their credit. They would never put a customer on a payment plan they could not afford. Based on the information you provide us, the credit system will compute a payment plan to fit your budget.
What do I need to bring with me? Names and addresses of 8 references - 5 of them should be family members, if possible (only one name per address):
Your 2 most recent paycheck stubs
Valid driver's license
Utility bill in your name, preferably your complete cell phone bill or complete home phone bill
Copy of your most recent checking/savings account statements (if you do not have either, we will take care of that here)
Title of trade in/cash down payment
Everyone else has turned me down. Why will you be any different? We have partnered with national lenders, So we can offer loan Approval regardless of your past credit history. Together with our lender, we have helped thousands of financially troubled customers get quality vehicles at a price and payment they could afford.
What if something breaks down on my car and I can't afford to fix it? We have warranty coverage available on almost every car up to the full length of the loan.
Will I need full coverage Insurance? yes, you will need full coverage insurance to protect you and the lender!
How long does it take to be approved? How soon can I get a car? Once you complete the credit application, it takes approximately five minutes for your approval to process.
