What does BORDER CU mean on my credit report?
Learn about BORDER CU, an federal credit union offering loans for financial assistance. Check the impact to your credit report and financial status.
What is BORDER CU?
BORDER CU is shorthand for Border Federal Credit Union, with the company name being Border Federal Credit Union Inc
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BORDER CU is a Federal Credit Union provider. They could be on your report for a number of reasons, for example:
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⚫ You missed a repayment.
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⚫ You opened an account with Border Federal Credit Union.
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⚫ You opened a credit card / loan / mortgage with this company.
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⚫ Someone fraudulently opened a credit line under your name.
About the account
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⚫ The average high credit balance is $6800.
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⚫ The typical loan duration is 32 months.
The account is classified under the following METRO2 categories:
- ⚫ Unsecured
- ⚫ Auto
How do I contact them?
Here is the current contact details for Border Federal Credit Union:
Address:
- 2211 N. Bedell Ave., Del Rio, TX 78840
Website:
Email:
Phone:
Payments
To make a payment, you can use a mobile app with Border FCU’s VISA® credit card. The new cards have an enhanced security with an EMV chip and a new card design. Customers will automatically receive a new VISA® credit card and must activate it by calling (800)631-3197. They will need to create a PIN for the new card after activation by calling (888)886-0083. MasterCard® Debit Card payments can be made at Border FCU. Payments cannot be made over the phone or using a wire transfer.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Do they offer a monthly payment plan? | No |
| Can I make payments over the phone? | No |
| Can I make payments online? | Yes |
| Do they offer a discount for automatic payments? | No |
| Can I make a payment using a mobile app? | Yes |
| Can I make a payment using a prepaid debit card? | Yes |
| Can I make a payment using a wire transfer? | No |
Forgiveness and Cancellation
Sallie Mae does not offer loan forgiveness or consolidation. You can qualify for loan forgiveness by requesting a new VISA credit card and activating it. After activation, you will need to create a PIN.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Do they offer loan forgiveness? | No |
| Do they offer loan consolidation? | No |
How to Apply
You can apply for a loan online, over the phone, or in person. You may also be able to apply for a loan using a mobile app. In some cases, you may need a cosigner.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Can I apply for a loan online? | Yes |
| Can I apply for a loan over a phone call? | No |
| Can I apply for a loan in person? | No |
| Can I apply for a loan using a mobile app? | No |
| Can I apply for a loan with a cosigner? | Yes |
SmartCredit Report Example
- This is an example of what this creditor will look like on your SmartCredit report.
Will this affect my credit score?
Whether this account affects your credit score depends on a variety of factors, such as:
- Account Open Date: If you opened this account recently it will impact your credit, the only way to prevent this from impacting your credit score is to remove the account from your report.
- Derogatory Markings: If this account has any derogatory markings such as:
Lates, Charge Offs, Collections and others.
However, there are could be some potential positive aspects to this account which could lead to improving your credit score, such as:
- Account Age: If your account is quite old, then the age of it will positively impact your credit score
- Repayment History: If the account has no
Late Payments, Charge off Payments, then it may reflect a positive impact onto your credit score.
Can it be removed from my credit report?
Yes, with the right strategy, you will be able to remove any account from your report. But you have to be careful to ensure that the account is negative to begin with, or it will negatively impact your credit score.
However, removing a negative account will positively impact your credit score, allowing you to open new credit lines and potentially removing bad debt.
What is a Federal Credit Union
A credit union is similar to a bank, however it is owned collectively by the members and does not operate on a for-profit basis. Many credit unions are able to provision credit and issue credit cards, which may report on your credit report. Due to the none-profit nature of federal credit unions they are generally more trusted by the public, as they are less likely to act in a malicious fashion. However, credit unions can still make mistakes with reporting on your credit report therefore being aware of what is being reported, and take action against any unfair reporting. The difference between a credit union and a federal is the fact that federal credit unions are federally insured.
How do I remove BORDER CU from my credit report?
You can send a dispute letter to the credit bureaus to remove this account from your report. You must send a dispute letter to all three credit bureaus, as they are legally required to remove the account from your report if it is found to be inaccurate. For best results you should send a dispute letter to the credit bureaus via certified mail, this will ensure that you have a legal record of the communication.