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MANAGING CREDIT TUTORIAL

Whether you want to finance or lease a vehicle, when you apply for credit, the credit application you fill out is the first step in the process.


You can start the process early by filling out an GMACSmartApp online. Once your information is received, GMAC will process it and quickly email you a printable certificate. At your convenience, you will need to select the dealer to which you are applying and present this certificate to complete the application process. This saves time, since you will already be well down the path to applying for credit before you visit the dealership.


Here is some of the information that may be requested on a credit application:


  • Your name
  • Your address
  • Your phone number
  • Your employer
  • Your social security number
  • Your date of birth
  • Your current income
  • Your outstanding debt


Snapshot of a Credit Application(PDF)


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  • How to Avoid Delays - Be sure to fill out all of the information on the Credit Application form completely and accurately


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1. Introduction 11. Purchasing a Credit Report
2. Why You Need a Credit History? 12. How to Correct a Credit Rating
3. Consequences of Bad Credit 13. How Creditors Rate You
4. Glossary of Credit Terms 14. 4 Key Credit Tips
5. Credit - The First Step 15. 3 Things you Don't Want to Do
6. How Creditors Get Information 16. How to Spot Bad Credit
7. What Your Credit Report Says 17. How to Get on the Right Track
8. What's In Your Credit Report? 18. Your Credit - An Overview
9. Credit Report Exercise 19. If You're Denied Credit
10. Free Annual Credit Report 20. Consumer Protection Laws
21. Credit Review

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