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Mingg
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So I just got a letter from paypal telling me I got denied for like a credit card or something from a month ago but I never applied for one.

And it said my credit score was like 390 or something but I've never had a credit card or a loan in my name. I literally should have no credit at all.

What the fuck should I do? I've never applied to a loan or credit card. And I should have no credit at all. So why do I even have a credit score and how was I denied if I never applied to anything??
Nov 23 2015 8:18PM
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Sno.
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give me your paypal login info, I will login and take care of it for you.
Nov 23 2015 8:21PM
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Mingg
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Sno.give me your paypal login info, I will login and take care of it for you.


lol okay I'll PM you(:

But really how do I have a credit score if I'm supposed to have no credit. I'm freaking the fuck out.
Nov 23 2015 8:23PM
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Sno.
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Mingglol okay I'll PM you(:

But really how do I have a credit score if I'm supposed to have no credit. I'm freaking the fuck out.


why don't you call paypal and ask them if the letter is legit?
Nov 23 2015 8:24PM
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Squirrel_Murphy
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It's a scam.

Go to creditkarma.com or freecreditreport.com if you're honestly worried though, to check your score.

If someone has gotten ahold of your personal info though, they may have tried to open accounts and cards under your name and fixing that can be a bitch.
Nov 23 2015 8:29PM
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Mingg
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Squirrel_MurphyIt's a scam.

Go to creditkarma.com or freecreditreport.com if you're honestly worried though, to check your score.


According to Credit Karma a 13 year old Mingg took out a $145k mortgage back in 2009 that was placed in collections in 2011.

So ummm that isn't right....
Nov 23 2015 9:00PM
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plyswthsqrrls
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MinggAccording to Credit Karma a 13 year old Mingg took out a $145k mortgage back in 2009 that was placed in collections in 2011.

So ummm that isn't right....


yeah whoops that one was my bad
Nov 23 2015 9:03PM
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GayWolf420
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sounds like a good ol classic American scam. they will ask for personal information and probably bank account info and run with it, so don't reply to it at all I think. Its not different than getting those automated calls about winning a cruise or some shit. Sounds like you're pretty confident that you didn't take out a loan or anything else of that magnitude, so don't do jack shit and just delete it or something.
Nov 23 2015 9:06PM
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Monsieur_Patate
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Hm, I got the same thing not long ago actually.

I moved to the US a few months ago and opened a new paypal account to go with my new situation, and not long after I received that same kind of credit denial letter in the mail. Since I had opened my paypal account recently I figured it was some kind of automated mail and just threw it away without paying much attention to it.

But now you got me worried.
Nov 23 2015 9:12PM
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SamtheEagle
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MinggAccording to Credit Karma a 13 year old Mingg took out a $145k mortgage back in 2009 that was placed in collections in 2011.

So ummm that isn't right....


Credditkarma is legit so if it says you took out a loan that went to collections then your identity is definitely stolen and its time to call up a lawyer. If you have that much out for collection then not only is your credit history fucked but you could eventually get warrants out for your arrest. A lawyer should help you figure out your next steps and can work with police to catch the asshole who stole it and then help you get a new social security number and identity. Not gonna be fun but it should help that you aren't too old because its easier to start over. Good luck.
Nov 23 2015 10:38PM
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Mingg
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SamtheEagleCredditkarma is legit so if it says you took out a loan that went to collections then your identity is definitely stolen and its time to call up a lawyer. If you have that much out for collection then not only is your credit history fucked but you could eventually get warrants out for your arrest. A lawyer should help you figure out your next steps and can work with police to catch the asshole who stole it and then help you get a new social security number and identity. Not gonna be fun but it should help that you aren't too old because its easier to start over. Good luck.


Holy shit it's that bad..? Fuck dude...
Nov 23 2015 10:40PM
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Monsieur_Patate
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The referenced post has been removed.


Yeah, that's very unlikely. I sent paypal an email to make sure, but I've been in the states only for a few months, I don't have revenues, no credit card whatsoever (don't even think I could get one), no credit history, and I never gave my social security number to anyone. And I mean anyone, I didn't even need one to open a bank account, that shit is still in its sealed enveloped. I didn't misplace any ID either.

Plus no suspicious activity on my bank account, I exclusively use secure passwords, and never access data-sensitive websites other than on my home network, which is tightly monitored with logs and mac restrictions. So a possible thief would have to go great lengths to steal the identity of someone without any money.

It's still possible tough, but I think those guys usually go for the targets that are either financially interesting or at least not very cautious. I don't think the overly cautious broke kid is at the top of their list.
Nov 23 2015 10:44PM
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SamtheEagle
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MinggHoly shit it's that bad..? Fuck dude...


If they are legitimately opening lines of credit and taking out loans in your name then yes. Unfortunately it is. credit karma is very accurate from my experience.
Nov 23 2015 10:45PM
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cornholio
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MinggHoly shit it's that bad..? Fuck dude...


i'd think the fact that you were 13 at the time should make it easier to get removed from your record
Nov 23 2015 10:47PM
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Mingg
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SamtheEagleIf they are legitimately opening lines of credit and taking out loans in your name then yes. Unfortunately it is. credit karma is very accurate from my experience.


That's crazy. How does someone even find a 13 year olds information like that?
Nov 23 2015 10:47PM
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Sno.
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SamtheEagleCredditkarma is legit so if it says you took out a loan that went to collections then your identity is definitely stolen and its time to call up a lawyer. If you have that much out for collection then not only is your credit history fucked but you could eventually get warrants out for your arrest. A lawyer should help you figure out your next steps and can work with police to catch the asshole who stole it and then help you get a new social security number and identity. Not gonna be fun but it should help that you aren't too old because its easier to start over. Good luck.


the odds of someone getting away with a fraudulent mortgage are...none.
Nov 23 2015 10:48PM
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SamtheEagle
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cornholioi'd think the fact that you were 13 at the time should make it easier to get removed from your record


I just meant that the fact that they are 17 or so now means that they probably don't have much savings or financial obligations so you dont really have to go back and figure out what is yours and what isn't. Also, you won't have wages garnished and you won't likely find yourself in a truly dire situation.
Nov 23 2015 10:49PM
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Sno.
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When they pull your credit report sometimes there are aliases from other people with your name, or a similar name, or a SS # close to yours, etc.

Why don't you send a print screen (obviously with no confidential info) of what you're seeing on credit karma.
Nov 23 2015 10:52PM
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Sno.
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go here, OP

https://www.annualcreditreport.com/index.action
Nov 23 2015 10:54PM
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Monsieur_Patate
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Don't freak out over nothing. Try a different source first, the ftc website says annual credit report is the only authorized website for free credit reports.

And how could a 13 year old even take out a mortgage? Can minors sign legal contracts in the U.S?
Nov 23 2015 10:56PM
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Sno.
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Monsieur_PatateAnd how could a 13 year old even take out a mortgage? Can minors sign legal contracts in the U.S?


lol, the girth of paperwork for a mortgage is bigger than most dicks, and I think they're saying that someone could have stolen her SS# and name (like..an adult) and then taken out a mortgage which is still probably impossible.
Nov 23 2015 10:59PM
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SamtheEagle
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Sno.When they pull your credit report sometimes there are aliases from other people with your name, or a similar name, or a SS # close to yours, etc.

Why don't you send a print screen (obviously with no confidential info) of what you're seeing on credit karma.


This would be helpful but emphasis on the no confidential information part. It could be simply you typed in something wrong or someone somewhere along the line did at credit karma or a bank.

Monsieur_PatateDon't freak out over nothing. Try a different source first, the ftc website says annual credit report is the only authorized website for free credit reports.

And how could a 13 year old even take out a mortgage? Can minors sign legal contracts in the U.S?



Minors actually can. My parents put me on one of their credit card accounts when I was like 10 and now my "average credit history" is actually effected by how long they have had the account not just how long I have been on the account. Therefore since I've had 1 credit card for about 4 years and they have had their account for about 30 years my average history is 15 years old and I am only 23. I know this is a slightly different scenario but long story short, yes minors can become contractually obligated to certain financial matters.
Nov 23 2015 11:02PM
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Sno.
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this thread started off with some promise for entertainment but OP fell off the planet
Nov 24 2015 1:25AM
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ThaLorax
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Sno.this thread started off with some promise for entertainment but OP fell off the planet


She started the thread 5 hours ago. Chill.


OP, make your life wayyy easier, and go to page 6 of this document and follow the steps listed https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/pdf-0009-taking-charge.pdf
Nov 24 2015 1:50AM
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proZach
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also, someone should point out that a credit score of 390 is complete shit.
Nov 24 2015 9:18AM
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.MASSHOLE.
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proZachalso, someone should point out that a credit score of 390 is complete shit.


I was just coming here to say that.

But seriously, OP, get that loan figured out. If your identity is compromised you need to know and try to settle that ASAP.
Nov 24 2015 10:07AM
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Kazabazua
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Sno.why don't you call paypal and ask them if the letter is legit?


/thread

If you're having problems with a company don't make a thread about it - just contact that company and ask them what's up. I guarantee they get back to you, and if you don't THEN make a thread about it.
Nov 24 2015 10:25AM
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DubV134
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How are your mom n dad? It's possible they fucked you and took out the loan with your info... Happens in pooerer communities all the time
Nov 24 2015 10:40AM
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ModMommy
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either a scam or ur fucked. Call paypal.
Nov 24 2015 10:43AM
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FrenchFry
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You don't need a credit card to have a credit score ming
Nov 24 2015 10:45AM
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~bagelz~
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Sno.lol, the girth of paperwork for a mortgage is bigger than most dicks, and I think they're saying that someone could have stolen her SS# and name (like..an adult) and then taken out a mortgage which is still probably impossible.


to even get a credit card with a $200 limit before you're 18 you need someone to co-sign who is over 18. It would literally be impossible to take out a mortgage on a 13 year old's credit.
Nov 24 2015 11:02AM
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Mingg
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.MASSHOLE.But seriously, OP, get that loan figured out. If your identity is compromised you need to know and try to settle that ASAP.


I feel like spongebob when he lost his Identity.



AM I REALLY MINGG ANYMORE?
WHO THE HELL EVEN KNOWS.
Nov 24 2015 12:11PM
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omIV
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MinggThat's crazy. How does someone even find a 13 year olds information like that?


I hate to say it, but check with your parents... This kind of stuff does happen.
Nov 24 2015 1:18PM
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arnie_grape
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what if I told you I am a Nigerian prince and I need your help
Nov 24 2015 1:26PM
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doitbig
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MinggI feel like spongebob when he lost his Identity.

AM I REALLY MINGG ANYMORE?
WHO THE HELL EVEN KNOWS.


In your case, it's more likely a confusion of similar names (this happens WAY more then you would think or should happen). It would be seriously difficult to open a mortgage with a stolen identity.

Best best is to with each of the 3 credit companies (or any that are displaying the erroneous account).

The credit industry is a big sham. Your email is more secure then your identity.
Nov 24 2015 1:38PM
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doitbig
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doitbigIn your case, it's more likely a confusion of similar names (this happens WAY more then you would think or should happen). It would be seriously difficult to open a mortgage with a stolen identity.

Best best is to with each of the 3 credit companies (or any that are displaying the erroneous account).

The credit industry is a big sham. Your email is more secure then your identity.


woah...Best bet is to dispute**
Nov 24 2015 1:39PM
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Lé.Skiing
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This seems pretty shitty. Hopefully it was just a mistake with similar names or something to that nature. Kinda shitty that it happened regardless, hope it all works out for you!
Nov 24 2015 3:32PM
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Monsieur_Patate
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I am afraid the paypal customer service is full of retards. I sent two messages asking a very simple yes or no question, so far they both failed to understand it.

Trying a third time.

Oh, and you can't respond to their message. You can't have a conversation with the history showing. You send your question, you get one answer, and that's it. If you need more, you have to start all over again with a new question, that's likely gonna be read by somebody else. This has to be one of the worst customer service I've dealt with.
Nov 24 2015 7:24PM
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