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It shows as a paid collection. Still a negative thing but shows you did settle account.

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Q: How does settling a charged off account affect your credit?
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How will settling credit card debt affect your credit score?

It will raise your score slightly. If you don't settle a delinquent account, the verbage on your credit report may read: "collection account", or "unpaid collection account". However, if you settle, the report may read "settled". By settling with the debt collector, you have made an attempt to fulfill your financial obligation. Therefore, your score will raise slightly.


Would settling an active credit card account for less than the full amount affect a cosigner?

Yes. Any transactions good or bad are reported on the cosigner's CR.


Can a credit card company reopen a charged off account?

No, a credit card company will not reopen a charged off account. They may choose to grant you a new line of credit, but this would be rare.


If you deposit a check in your checking account and it bounces does it affect you credit?

i dont think soo it starts affecting you if the company you gave the check to starts trying to collect from you then it might affect it. if your account got charged a issuffisiant funds fee and its negative and you dont take care of it it will go to collections and affect your credit as well.


How does a vehicle repossession affect your credit if everything else in your credit report is good?

Absolutely. Repossession, whether voluntary or involuntary, show on your credit report as a charged off account. This designation is similar to a collection account and shows that you did not repay the vehicle loan. Such a listing in your credit report would have a significant negative impact.


Settling an old overdrawn bank account?

Settling an old, overdrawn bank account can help to improve your credit standing over a period of time. Many banks will also allow you to open an account again once the overdraft is paid.


Does closing a cedit card by the consumer affect their credit negatively?

Closing an account will affect your credit score and decrease your score.


If you close a credit card will it hurt your credit?

It will not affect your credit if you pay off the balance when you close the account.


What can you do if your bank sent you a letter telling you that they will close your account because of a bad check you deposited into your account and could this affect your credit?

Normally if a bank closes your account they will report you to chexsystems, telecheck, or early warning services. If the account is charged off, it may be turned over to a collection agency and in turn it could hurt your credit. It will also prevent you from opening a new account easily


Can you still be charged any fees after you close a credit card account?

You can be charged any fees that were applicable to the account when it was still open. Yes, fees and interests will still be applied as long as there is an account balance.


When does an account shows credit balance?

When you have paid more than you have charged to your credit card account. Alternately you may have paid considerably in advance before receiving the bill.


What is a credit transfer?

A credit transfer is a method of settling a debt by transferring money through a bank or post office, especially for those who do not have cheque accounts. It's the transfer of money from one account to another account, basically.