What does ALLSTATE mean on my credit report?

Learn about ALLSTATE, an insurance provider offering loans for financial assistance. Check the impact to your credit report and financial status.

Updated January 1, 2023
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What is ALLSTATE?

ALLSTATE is shorthand for Allstate Insurance Company, with the company name being Allstate Insurance Company

ALLSTATE is a Insurance Provider. They could be on your report for a number of reasons, for example:

  • ⚫ You missed a repayment.

  • ⚫ You opened an account with Allstate Insurance Company.

  • ⚫ You opened a credit card / loan / mortgage with this company.

  • ⚫ Someone fraudulently opened a credit line under your name.

About the account

  • ⚫ The average account balance is $500.

  • ⚫ The average high credit balance is $500.

  • ⚫ The typical loan duration is 10 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 Allstate Insurance Company:

Address:

  • 2775 Sanders Road,
    Northbrook, IL 60062

Website:

Email:

Phone:

Payments

There are several ways to make payments, including online, over the phone, and using a mobile app. You can also use a prepaid debit card, wire transfer, or check/money order. Some methods may offer discounts or rewards. There may be penalties for late or missed payments.

Question Answer
Do they offer a monthly payment plan? Yes
Can I make payments over the phone? Yes
Can I make payments online? Yes
Do they offer a discount for automatic payments? Yes
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

Allstate offers the option to refinance auto loans and save money. Customers can apply online or call 1-855-417-5334 to speak with a personal loan consultant. To qualify for loan forgiveness, borrowers must meet certain criteria such as making a certain number of on-time payments, working full-time in an eligible position, or having the loan transferred to another loan servicer. Other eligibility requirements may vary depending on the type of loan and the loan servicer.

Question Answer
Do they offer loan forgiveness? No
Do they offer loan consolidation? Yes

How to Apply

You can apply for a loan online, over the phone, or in person. You may need to provide additional documents and/or information to complete the application. You can also apply for a loan using the Allstate mobile app. They offer an Easy Pay Plan, Recurring Credit Card Pay Plan (RCC), ability to make changes, view payment history, and more. You can 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? Yes
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.

ALLSTATE 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 ALLSTATE 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.