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Beware of the trap: credit without Schufa
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For people in debt, the self-employed and entrepreneurs , the offer of obtaining a loan without Schufa information is a great opportunity. But it is only worthwhile to take out a loan despite a Schufa entry and a bad Schufa score in very rare exceptional cases .
A bad credit rating means high "usurious interest rates"
Banks and other credit providers charge higher interest rates the worse the credit rating . Anyone who wants to take out a loan should therefore agree to a Schufa credit report in order to get the best possible conditions.
It makes sense to compare loans before applying for a loan and look for the offer that has the best conditions for you. Generally, these are worse if you only have a low level of creditworthiness.
Debt restructuring is not a solution
Dubious debt collection agencies and some creditors often insist that you take out an expensive loan without a Schufa check in order to settle the outstanding debts.
A really good idea for creditors, but a very bad idea for debtors , because they are already unable to meet all demands.
The fact is that if you have a bad credit rating/Schufa , you will only get money if you are prepared to pay high interest rates. Let's assume you decide to take out a loan in an amount that is sufficient to cover all your debts. >> Here you have the two options described in the next section.
As a rule, two constellations (options) are possible:
Option 1:
Because of the high interest rates, you have to pay more every month than you would have to pay for all your debts together . It quickly becomes apparent that you are not able to do this. You may have paid off old debts , but are now accumulating new debts that are higher than the previous ones. Who can guarantee that you will be able to pay back the agreed loan installments in the future?
Additional risk factors to consider:
Rising inflation, possible job loss, possible illness, an unexpected divorce... A potentially high risk with the additional burden of new debts.
Option 2:
You agree to an extremely low monthly payment. However, due to the high interest rates , this means that you will hardly be able to pay off any of your loan . The loan has a very long term. This means that you will naturally have to pay interest for a much longer period.
Option 2 is particularly tricky because it seems very attractive. You only have to pay a small amount each month, which relieves you noticeably. But your debts are hardly reduced . With this option too, you should think very carefully about whether you can pay back these loans.
Why personal bankruptcy is often the best solution
You have a bad credit rating , so to speak, and because of your low creditworthiness you can only get a loan on bad terms. As a rule, you will have to pay less each month than before, but 99.9% of the time you will have to pay more than the amount that is above the seizure exemption limit . Banks and credit institutions do not lend money to help you, but because they want and need to earn money from it. That is the main business of every bank.
Example: A debtor has a debt of 50,000 euros, which he pays off with a loan that he takes out at 9.5%. Previously, he was supposed to pay 800 euros a month to the creditors . He "only" has to pay 450 euros a month for the loan in order to be debt-free after a very long 22 years. With this solution, he pays almost 71,000 euros in interest. A nice profit for the lender and bank.
The married debtor has 1 child and earns 2,300.00 euros net. Of this, 2,223.87 euros are not subject to seizure . If he files for personal bankruptcy , he only has to pay 76.13 euros per month (as of the seizure table § 850c para. 2a ZPO, 2/2023). After a maximum of 3 years, he will be debt-free. WITHOUT DEBT! WITHOUT FEARS & DESPAIRS…
Consult a debt counselor instead of a loan without Schufa
Logically, debt collection agencies and creditors do not like it when you choose the path to insolvency . Debt collectors in particular like to give the impression that they are advising you as a friend. First of all, you are happy when the "friend from debt collection" gives you the tip to take out a loan with or without Schufa . There are also many debt collection agencies that offer you settlements that you often cannot pay in the end. It almost feels as if you are free of debt.
We at the Debtor-Insolvency-Centrum eV will give you serious advice and show you in debt or insolvency counseling how you can pay as little as you actually have to pay and can afford according to the statutory attachment table . This means you can potentially be debt-free after a maximum of 36 months.
The way out of the debt trap cannot be new debt or debt restructuring (also possible with Schufa) . Every payment you make must reduce your debt. Raising money for interest over decades is absolutely no solution to your debt problem.
ALL necessary downloads & forms on the subject of insolvency can be found here:
Attachment table, insolvency checklist, admission form , budget
Read also: New Schufa regulation 2023
New Schufa regulation since March 2023 – The most important things at a glance!
Shortened Schufa deletion period after discharge of residual debt since March 28, 2023.
According to Schufa's announcement, the data of those affected will only be stored for six months after the end of a private insolvency. Schufa is thus reacting to a ruling by the European Court of Justice (ECJ) that is currently being processed.
Read also: SCHUFA scoring tables: Understand values and impact on loans and your finances
What makes a good Schufa score… and who determines it?
The SCHUFA score is an important metric that lenders use.
To determine how likely you are to be able to repay your debts. Essentially, it is a measure of your creditworthiness.
Frequently asked questions about insolvency advice and debt settlement
What is insolvency proceedings?
An insolvency procedure is (simply put) a legal procedure that a debtor can apply for if he has long-term financial problems. Upon application to the responsible district court, a procedure is opened that includes all debts and all assets and carries out debt relief with the help of an administrator appointed by the court. This procedure is subject to conditions and cooperation, but ultimately results in "debt relief" so that a new financial start is possible for the person affected. We would be happy to explain the possibilities and limitations in detail in the free initial consultation.
Can anyone open insolvency proceedings?
In principle, yes. However, there must be a financial situation that justifies such a procedure, ie current income and existing assets are no longer sufficient to meet payment obligations (over-indebtedness). The debts must also be higher than the costs of the procedure. An unpaid fitness membership alone usually does not meet this requirement.
What documents are required for a consultation?
- current income certificate(s) such as wage/salary certificate, approval certificate, pension certificate, allowance, etc. If you have multiple incomes, all income certificates/certificates are required (e.g. for supplementary benefits ALGII)
- possible child benefit notice
- all reminders and enforcement notices (yellow letters)
- Evidence of unpaid invoices
- Reminders, debt collection letters, letters from lawyers, etc.
NOTE: These documents do not have to be pre-sorted, we understand if you are overwhelmed by the situation and will open/sort your letters for you.
Are there different insolvency procedures?
Yes. On the one hand, there is the consumer insolvency procedure and on the other hand, there is the standard insolvency procedure. Both procedures are identical in that they both involve debt relief and debt forgiveness.
- The consumer insolvency procedure (VI) applies to all dependent workers (workers, employees, pensioners, unemployed, etc.) but also to former self-employed people who have fewer than 19 creditors. In this procedure, it is legally required that, before the application is submitted, a recognized and approved insolvency advice center attempts to reach an out-of-court settlement with the creditors and, if this fails, issues a so-called negative certificate for the specific case. We are such a body and can issue this certificate.
- The standard insolvency procedure (RI) is a procedure for self-employed persons and freelancers who are currently maintaining their self-employment or for former self-employed persons who have claims from employment relationships of former employees or more than 18 creditors. In this procedure, it is not mandatory to involve an insolvency advisory center, but our experience shows that by involving one (our) advisory center, the chances of success are higher and, above all, mistakes are avoided that could lead to the failure of the procedure.
What does “attempt at an out-of-court settlement” mean?
The law stipulates that an application for consumer insolvency must always be preceded by an attempt to reach an out-of-court settlement with all creditors by a recognized insolvency counseling agency. This means that the counseling agency must try to reach an agreement with all creditors. The basis of the debt settlement plan to be drawn up is the debtor's attachable income and assets, possibly also supplemented by voluntary payments.
What happens next in court?
If the application for consumer insolvency, supplemented by applications for discharge of residual debt and deferral of procedural costs, has been submitted to the court, the first step is to check whether all information and attachments are complete. The insolvency judge will then decide on the opening of the proceedings (in the "normal" case, a so-called opening decision will be made).
In the course of this, the court appoints an administrator/trustee who is subsequently the responsible contact person, who is also tasked with the realization of any assets that may exist, to whom the debtor is obliged to provide information and to be accountable, who reports to the court during the good conduct phase that follows, who ultimately also prepares the final report and thus enables the court to decide on the discharge of residual debt (debt forgiveness).
Will I also incur costs in the legal proceedings?
Yes. Insolvency proceedings incur costs on the part of the court (court and procedural costs) and costs for the administrator/trustee. As a precaution, an application for a deferral of costs should be made in case the insolvency estate is not sufficient to cover these costs.
How long does a consumer insolvency procedure take?
Since January 2021, consumer insolvency proceedings only take 3 years instead of the previous 6 years.
What can I do if I no longer have any documents relating to my debts?
We can provide you with forms that you can use to request information from Schufa, other credit agencies, the debtors' register and bailiffs. However, you must make the enquiry from the bailiffs. We will advise you on how best to organize this. Simply speak to us about it during the consultation.
Can you help me with a certificate according to § 850c paragraph 4 ZPO (P-account certificate)?
Of course! Simply fill out the pre-made form on our homepage under the item "P-Account" and you will receive your certificate within 3-4 working days.
SIC SCHULDNER-INSOLVENZ-CENTRUM EV
President: W. Seelig
Hauptstr. 115
D-70771 L.-Echterdingen (near Stuttgart Airport)
Tel.: +49 (0)711-933 42 115
Fax: 49 (0)711- 46914839
WhatsApp: 015732478936
SIC SCHULDNER-INSOLVENZ-CENTRUM EV
President: W. Seelig
Hauptstr. 115
D-70771 L.-Echterdingen (near Stuttgart Airport)
Tel.: +49 (0)711-933 42 115
Fax: 49 (0)711- 46914839
WhatsApp: 015732478936
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