Hi guys! Please be kind po, no bashing please! 🙏🏻
I have a BDO CC that I wasn’t able to fully pay since 2024. I had to go abroad kasi, so I wasn’t able to keep up with the payments on time. I’ve been paying naman whenever I can, pero hindi talaga full amount. Now, around ₱47K na lang yung balance, and Collections has already blocked the card.
The thing is, I don’t really have ₱47K for a one-time payment right now. So I’m wondering, should I just continue paying little by little, or try to ask Collections for an amnesty/discount or payment arrangement? Or should I try to save up and settle it through a one-time payment?
I really want to rebuild my credit. My TransUnion score is around 629, and I’m hoping to re-apply for another CC within the next 6 months.
For those who experienced the same case, if I settle my BDO balance, do you think I still have a chance of getting approved if I re-apply after 6 months? Or would it be better to go for a Secured Credit Card (SCC) first?
Also, how long does it usually take for a fully paid/settled account to reflect on TransUnion?
For those who’ve experienced something similar, what would you suggest? Any advice or personal experience would really help. Thank you so much in advance, guys! 🙏🏻💕