What does BK DESOTO mean on my credit report?
Learn about BK DESOTO, an creditor offering loans for financial assistance. Check the impact to your credit report and financial status.
What is BK DESOTO?
BK DESOTO is shorthand for Bank of DeSoto, with the company name being Bank of DeSoto Inc
BK DESOTO is a Creditor 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 Bank of DeSoto.
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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 $3800.
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⚫ The average high credit balance is $13500.
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⚫ The typical loan duration is 24 months.
The account is classified under the following METRO2 categories:
- ⚫ Secured
- ⚫ Collection Agency/Attorney
How do I contact them?
Here is the current contact details for Bank of DeSoto:
Address:
- 2011 N. Hampton Rd., DeSoto, TX 75115
Website:
Email:
Phone:
Payments
Bank of Desoto offers a variety of payment options such as online banking, mobile banking, eStatements, mobile deposit, and card management. There are no penalties for late or missed payments. Additional payment options include using a check or money order, wire transfer, or prepaid debit card.
| 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? | Yes |
Forgiveness and Cancellation
Bank of Desoto does not offer loan forgiveness, but offers loan consolidation services. Loan forgiveness qualification requirements vary based on the type of loan you are applying for. To find out more information, contact Bank of Desoto to learn more about online banking and card services, which can help manage your accounts and payments.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Do they offer loan forgiveness? | No |
| Do they offer loan consolidation? | Yes |
How to Apply
It is possible to apply for a loan online, in person, or using a mobile app. A cosigner may be used when applying for a loan.
| 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.
How do I remove BK DESOTO 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.