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What if I can't pay back my loan?

Life can be full of surprises, and sometimes money problems can make it hard to pay back your loan. If this happens, don’t panic. We’re here to help. The most important thing you can do is talk to us…

Serve and Protect Credit Union
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Life can be full of surprises, and sometimes money problems can make it hard to pay back your loan. If this happens, don’t panic. We’re here to help.

The most important thing you can do is talk to us. We want to help you find a solution.

What should I do if I'm struggling?

If you think you might have trouble paying, call us as soon as possible. The earlier you tell us, the more we can do to help you.

Ignoring the problem won’t make it go away and might make things worse. Our team is friendly and will listen to you without judging. We’ll work together to figure out the best plan for you.

What are my options?

Everyone’s situation is different, but here are some ways we might be able to help:

  • Smaller payments for a short time: If you need some time to get back on track, we can set up smaller payments temporarily.
  • Longer loan time: We might extend your loan, so your monthly payments are smaller. This could mean you pay more interest, but it might make things easier for now.

We’ll work with you to create a plan that works for you and helps you get back in control of your money.

What happens if I miss a payment?

If you miss a payment, it could hurt your credit score, making it harder to borrow money in the future. You might also have to pay extra charges. This is why it’s so important to talk to us before missing a payment.

We know bad things happen, and we want to support you through hard times. By working together, we can often avoid bigger problems.

If you’re worried about money or can’t make a payment, call us. A simple chat with our team could help you find a way forward.

The most important thing is that you speak to us. If there’s no communication, then it means we can’t help you.

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