So my situation is as follows:
I was very financially irresponsible during my college years and made some poor decisions that I didn't really care to think about at the time. I currently have 5 accounts that went to collection between 2 and 5 years ago. The balance due on these accounts ranges from $58 to $399. None of these accounts were revolving credit or loans, but they were unpaid bills.
I have had a steady job for the past 3 years and am starting to seriously look at buying a house, but my credit is really haunting me. Rather than waiting 5+ years to eliminate these adverse marks, can anything be gained by trying to negotiate with these collection agencies? In particular, I'm wondering how receptive they might be to receiving payment for these accounts on the condition that the negative marks be removed from my credit. Is this realistic, or do I have to simply wait it out? I have the money to pay these off now, but would rather not if I have nothing to gain from it. Thanks!
2007-01-28
09:56:58
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Ryan G
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