• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

National Debt Relief

National Debt Relief - A+ BBB Accredited Business - Get Relief From Credit Card Debt, Medical Bills And Unsecured Loans

Talk to a debt counselor toll free:

800-300-9550

Get Relief From Credit Card Debt

Medical Bills and Unsecured Loans

  • Apply Now
    • Qualifications
    • Is This Right For Me?
  • Proven Results
    • Debt Relief Benefits
    • Credit Card Debt Relief
  • Debt Relief
  • Credit Card Debt Relief
  • Debt Consolidation
  • Login
HomeBlog Blog“Will An Unpaid Payday Loan Go On My Credit Report?”
Video Transcript

Free Debt Consolidation Quote

By clicking "Get Free Quote", you agree that the phone number you are providing may be used to contact you by National Debt Relief (including autodialed and prerecorded calls, as well as text/SMS messages). Msg. and data rates apply, and your consent to such contact is not required for purchase.
  • National Debt Relief, LLC BBB Business Review
  • McAfee SECURE sites help keep you safe from identity theft, credit card fraud, spyware, spam, viruses and online scams

“Will An Unpaid Payday Loan Go On My Credit Report?”

January 26, 2013 by National Debt Relief

loansIf you’re not familiar with payday loans, these are those small, short term, unsecured loans that are linked to your payday. They are sometimes called “cash advances”. Payday loans don’t require a credit check. If you are employed and can prove you get a regular paycheck, you could get a payday loan. The way it works is that you write a check for the amount of cash you want, plus the loan company’s fee. You date the check to fall on your next payday at which time the loan company cashes it.

The good and bad of a payday loan

The good of a payday loan is that it’s an easy way to get fast cash. If you were to find yourself in an emergency situation like you suddenly needed to repair your car, a payday loan could be an easy way to get the money you need. The bad of a payday loan is how much they cost. For example, many of the payday loan companies will charge $20 to loan you $100 for two weeks. This is the equivalent to charging more than 400% APR (annual percentage rate).

What happens if the money isn’t there?

Suppose you were to borrow $200 but then when your next payday rolled around, the loan company could not get its money. In most cases, it would simply roll your existing loan into a new one with a new fee. This is somewhat like paying off a credit card with another card. You would have to satisfy the balance of your previous agreement with a new agreement. If it had cost you $30 to borrow the original $200 you would have to pay another $30 to extend the loan by two more weeks. This means you’ve effectively borrowed $200 for $60 in interest. If you were to rollover the loan a third time at a cost of $90, this would be an interest rate of nearly 50%.

If you lose your job or close your account

While a payday loan might seem different than a standard personal loan or credit card debt, they work the same way if you can’t pay back the money your borrowed. If for some reason the payday loan company couldn’t get its money, the first thing it would probably do is turn your account over to a collection agency – just as if you had defaulted on a personal loan.

On your credit report

The fact that you applied for a payday loan will not go into your credit report. But yes, if you were to default on your loan this would be reported to all three credit-reporting bureaus (TransUnion, Equifax, Experian) and would adversely affect your credit score. How much it would affect your score is impossible to say but it would definitely lower it.

Other options

If you were to run into a financial emergency such as a utility bill you would need to pay to keep your lights on, payday loans can look very attractive. However, it’s best to find another option. For example, you might be able to get a cash advance from your employer. Or you might be able to get a emergency assistance through a faith-based group or community organization. As an example of this, the federal Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program is designed to provide financial help to low-income households that are experiencing an emergency related to heating or cooling. Finally, some consumer finance companies have small, short-term loans that are usually in the range of 25% –36% APR. This might be s bit high but is certainly better than the cost of a payday loan.

Do you qualify for debt consolidation?

National Debt Relief
National Debt Relief

National Debt Relief is one of the largest and best-rated debt settlement companies in the country. In addition to providing excellent, 5-star services to our clients, we also focus on educating consumers across America on how to best manage their money. Our posts cover topics around personal finance, saving tips, and much more. We’ve served thousands of clients, settled over $1 billion in consumer debt, and our services have been featured on sites like NerdWallet, Mashable, HuffPost, and Glamour.

Follow National Debt Relief: Facebook Twitter Instagram Linkedin

Primary Sidebar

Consolidate Your Debt!
Find out how NDR could help.
  • Get one low monthly payment
  • Avoid bankruptcy
  • Get out of debt in 24-48 months
Get Your Free evaluation
Free Debt Consolidation Quote
By clicking "Get Free Quote", you agree that the phone number you are providing may be used to contact you by National Debt Relief (including autodialed and prerecorded calls, as well as text/SMS messages). Msg. and data rates apply, and your consent to such contact is not required for purchase.
 Trusted By Our Clients

"..."

Easy National Debt Relief Caller: Misty Transcribed WE 1/17/2021 Misty: The call may be recorded. How did you hear about National Debt Relief? JEANETTE: I just went online looking. Misty: Was there any specific financial concerns that led you to seeking out their services? JEANETTE: Yes. I just got in over my head with credit cards and I couldn't save enough for my taxes. Misty: How was your interaction with your representative that you worked with? Was it a positive experience? JEANETTE: Yes, it was a positive experience. Misty: Would you say working with NDR has affected your daily life? JEANETTE: Well, it has taken a little worry off. I'm still tensed about it, but it has helped. Yes. And definitely, now, I can put the money aside each month for my state taxes. Misty: What are your thoughts on the cost in relation to the quality of service? JEANETTE: Well, so far, so good. That’s all I know to say. [Chuckles] Misty: That brings us to the star rating. And it's a scale of 1 to 5, 1 is very dissatisfied, and 5 is that you would recommend them to a friend. JEANETTE: 5. Misty: Are there any other comments or even any suggestions on how they might improve their service for you? JEANETTE: I haven't really thought of any recently. So far, I'm pretty happy. Misty: Would it be all right if we shared some of your review content and your star rating on the ConsumerAffairs.com website? That way, if anyone is thinking about using NDR, they can read reviews of people that have done business with them. JEANETTE: Okay. Misty: Just to let you know, it's first name only. We never use last names and don't publish private information. JEANETTE: Okay. Good. Misty: Would you like me to email you the review when it's ready so you can update it if you'd like? JEANETTE: Yes, please. Misty: Okay. Let me make sure I have the correct email address. I have jetta116thst84@yahoo.com. JEANETTE: That’s right.

Trustpilot star rating Trustpilot star rating Trustpilot star rating Trustpilot star rating Trustpilot star rating

Jeanette Cook
ConsumerAffairs Reviews

Latest Blog Posts

  • How To Write The Perfect Salary Negotiation Email
  • How To Go Back to School as an Adult
  • Is It the Right Time to Ask for Raise?
  • How To Turn A Summer Gig Into A Full Time Job
  • Debt Consolidation: 7 Tips on How to Pay Debt Off
National Debt Relief, LLC BBB Business Review AFCC Top Ten Reviews Gold Top Consumer Reviews Consumers Advocate Trust Pilot
Company
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Blog
  • Careers
  • Corporate
  • Privacy Policies
  • Terms Of Site
  • Disclaimer
  • Sitemap
Products
  • Debt Relief
  • Credit Card Debt Relief
  • Debt Consolidation
  • Debt Settlement
  • Calculators
  • FAQs
Debt Resources
  • Credit Card Debt
  • Medical Debt
  • Personal Loan Debt
  • Unemployment
  • Divorce Debt
  • Retiree Debt
  • Veteran Debt
  • Business Debt
  • Personal Finance
Follow Us
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Linkedin
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest

© 2021, National Debt Relief, All Rights Reserved.

Disclaimer
Disclaimer
Disclaimer