What does UNIV MICH CU mean on my credit report?
Learn about UNIV MICH CU, an credit union offering loans for financial assistance. Check the impact to your credit report and financial status.
What is UNIV MICH CU?
UNIV MICH CU is shorthand for University of Michigan Credit Union, with the company name being University of Michigan Credit Union Inc
UMCU is the only credit union located in Ann Arbor, MI that was established in 1954 with only 12 members and $9 in assets today the UMCU has over 100,000 members and almost $1 Billion in assets and continues to grow.
UNIV MICH CU is a 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 University of Michigan 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
The account is classified under the following METRO2 categories:
- ⚫ Auto Loan
How do I contact them?
Here is the current contact details for University of Michigan Credit Union:
Address:
- 2601 Plymouth Road Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Website:
Email:
Phone:
Payments
University of Michigan Credit Union offers a variety of payment options, including online banking, mobile banking, and at one of their four branches in Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti, Dearborn, and Flint, MI. They offer a monthly payment plan and a variety of services and products to help members refund payments. UMCU does not offer payments over the phone but does offer online banking, mobile banking, and the ability to make payments online. There are no discounts for automatic payments, but UMCU offers payment options such as using a check or money order. There is a mobile banking app to make payments. UMCU charges penalties for late or missed payments. A variety of debit cards which can be used to make payments are offered, as well as the option to wire transfer with their routing number 272476543 and SWIFT Code UMCUUS33.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Do they offer a monthly payment plan? | Yes |
| 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? | Yes |
Forgiveness and Cancellation
University of Michigan Credit Union does not offer loan forgiveness or consolidation. Loan forgiveness qualifications vary and are based on individual circumstances.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Do they offer loan forgiveness? | No |
| Do they offer loan consolidation? | No |
How to Apply
You can apply for a loan online, in person, or using a mobile app at the University of Michigan Credit Union. You can also apply for a loan with 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? | Yes |
| Can I apply for a loan using a mobile app? | Yes |
| Can I apply for a loan with a cosigner? | Yes |
IdentityIQ Report Example
- This is an example of what this creditor will look like on your IdentityIQ 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 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 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.
How do I remove UNIV MICH 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.
