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#RI-6a23c79b·8 months ago·
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“Paying off $9K loan while considering charge off on $18K loan”

Charge off may affect credit score and future borrowing options

What I wish I knew
"Refinancing or negotiating with lender could have been explored"
If I could tell you one thing
"Communicate with lenders and explore all options before charge off"
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The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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