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Credit Scores?

Please help myself and my husband have been struggling to pay off 2 credit cards over the last 2 years, however we are now making regular payments how long will it take us for our credit scores to be acceptable or do we have to wait 6 years until we maybe able to apply for i.e a new car

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  • bumpety bump
    Total 'Failed Business' Debt £29,043
    Que sera, sera. <3
  • If you have a default registered on your credit file from either company then this will stay on for 6 years from date of default. This won't help when trying to look for the best credit deals.
    Donedoingdebt Lightbulb moment January 2000. Debt at highest approx £102,000. Debt now (October 2009 - absolutely fork all!!!):beer:
    CSA case closed on 02/09/10 :beer::beer:
  • CCCS_Sarah
    CCCS_Sarah Posts: 1,555 Organisation Representative
    Hi Mrs Mac,

    Have a read through this booklet on the link . You will find some useful information that will answer your question

    Give me a shout if you have any further question
    I am a Debt Counsellor that works for the CCCS and have specific permission from Martin, to post on these boards to try and help those in debt. Read more information on the CCCS and what it does in the Debt Problems: What to do and where to get help article.

    CCCS is a registered charity, and there is no charge whatsoever for any of the services we provide to our clients. We take great pride in offering first class help and advice, but we only offer this where we have been able to fully explore and understand your circumstances with you. We want to help you understand these choices and their possible implications but not make them for you.
  • Thank you sarah I think I will send away for my credit file and take it from there. I maybe in touch
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