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Wednesday, October 08, 2008
How the 700 Billion Dollar Bailout Affects You
A credit freeze is currently in place because of the current economic crisis. President Bush signed a 451 page bill to implement a 700 billion dollar plan buy bad mortgages and other low valued assets currently held by distressed financial institutions which would allow them lend credit again to businesses and consumers.
The bill will also temporarily expands federal insurance for bank and credit union deposits of up to $250,000 which will help small businesses and many Americans including those will retirement accounts and 401Ks.
The bill will also allow mortgage lenders and banks to restructure home loans, reduce mortgage interest rates or change mortgage loan terms. However, with the bailout, it may be harder to get approved for credit or a loan because banks and financial institutions will no longer be willing to work with customers with bad credit because they don't want to take any more risks.
Approvals will require higher credit scores and possibly larger down payments. Credit card limits may be reduced or credit card accounts may be closed if accounts are maxed out or delinquent. Many small businesses that use credit to make purchases will also be affected which may reduce their revenue or possibly force some businesses to close.
Since this is an election year remind your congressmen of the issues that affect you the most and make your voice heard.
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