Not exact matches
Cosigning for a loan can definitely hurt you if the other person doesn't pay but it should be noted that cosigning isn't always bad and won't hurt your credit score if it's paid
Cosigning for a
loan can definitely hurt you if the other person doesn't pay but it should be noted that
cosigning isn't always bad and won't hurt your credit score if it's paid
cosigning isn't always bad and won't hurt your credit score if it's paid
on time.
If you've been graciously talked into
cosigning on a car
loan by a family member or close friend, it's a good
time to weigh the benefits for your loved one and the risks for yourself.
But that's just the beginning: Other allegations state that Navient offered a cosigner release promotion where friends and family members could
cosign on a
loan, with the understanding that once the borrower showed an ability to make continuous
on -
time payments, the cosigner could then apply to be released.
Those with a
cosigned Sallie Mae student
loan, for example, can apply for cosigner release after graduation if they've made 12 consecutive months of
on -
time principal and interest payments.
This year's cosigner survey uncovered an increase in the proportion of cosigner respondents that experienced a tougher
time qualifying for a mortgage, auto
loan, or other type of financing due to
cosigning on their children's student
loans.
Question: Dear Steve,
Cosigned in 2009
on a Navient (at the
time Sallie Mae) private student
loan for my husband (soon to be ex).
Cosigned in 2009
on a Navient (at the
time Sallie Mae) private student
loan for my husband (soon to be ex).
If you do get approved for a
cosigned loan, be extra careful about making the payments
on time.
When asking your cosigner to
cosign your
loan, be sure to communicate that you will be responsible and repay the
loan on time.
If the person who
cosigned on your
loan passes, the debt could be called in, even if you're paying
on time.