What does VNTG WST CU mean on my credit report?
Learn about VNTG WST CU, an credit union offering loans for financial assistance. Check the impact to your credit report and financial status.
What is VNTG WST CU?
VNTG WST CU is shorthand for Vantage West Credit Union, with the company name being Vantage West Credit Union Inc
Vantage West helps our members and communities thrive by providing personal and business financial services, we strive to offer our members the personalized service, knowledge and honesty they deserve in a financial partner.
VNTG WST 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 Vantage West 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 account balance is $4500.
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⚫ The average high credit balance is $18400.
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⚫ The average monthly repayment is $100.
The account is classified under the following METRO2 categories:
- ⚫ Collection Agency/Attorney
- ⚫ Auto Loan
- ⚫ Auto
- ⚫ Credit Card
How do I contact them?
Here is the current contact details for Vantage West Credit Union:
Address:
- 10440 N 32nd St Phoenix, AZ 85028
Website:
Email:
Phone:
Payments
you cannot make payments over the phone or online. It is not possible to make a payment using a prepaid debit card or wire transfer.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Do they offer a monthly payment plan? | Yes |
| Can I make payments over the phone? | No |
| Can I make payments online? | No |
| Can I make a payment using a mobile app? | No |
| Can I make a payment using a prepaid debit card? | No |
| Can I make a payment using a wire transfer? | No |
Forgiveness and Cancellation
There are three main types of student loans in the US: federal loans, private loans, and parent PLUS loans. Federal loans offer many benefits, including income-driven repayment plans and loan forgiveness programs. Private loans do not offer these same benefits. Parent PLUS loans are federal loans that parents can take out to help pay for their child’s education. Parent PLUS loans do not offer income-driven repayment plans or loan forgiveness programs.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Do they offer loan forgiveness? | No |
| Do they offer loan consolidation? | Yes |
How to Apply
You cannot apply for a loan online, over the phone, in person, or using a mobile app. It is not possible to apply for a loan with a cosigner.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Can I apply for a loan online? | No |
| 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 |
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 VNTG WST 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.
