If you have ever come across a remark stating you have a “Grid Code G” collection, either confusion or a fright might be your first response. To avoid this, read on as we unpack just what this remark means for you and your credit score. “Grid Code G” is the code used to let potential lenders know that one, or more of your accounts are in default.
What Does A “Grid Code G Collection” Mean For Me?
“Code G,” usually found on the consumer payment history section of a credit report, signals that at least one account is in collections. This code is applied if the debt (e.g., credit cards, car loan, personal loan, etc.) has been past due for quite some time.
At that point, the lender feels it is necessary to turn it over to a collection agency. This is why “Grid Code G” is applied to your report. Collections can have serious consequences if they end up on your report in error.
How To Clean Up A “Grid Code G” Collection?
You don’t want any collections on your credit report. It makes you look less trustworthy to lenders and brings your score down.
In order to clean up a “Grid Code G” collection, keep the following in mind:
- Simply paying the debt in full will solve this problem, but;
- Consumer history is kept on credit reports for two years.
So, if your collection is coming close to the two-year mark, you may not want to pay it in full. However, your debt can easily resurface in other ways. It’s best to pay your debt or get on a payment plan with the debt collection agency.
What If A “Grid Code G” Collection Was Added To My Report In Error?
If you see an account in collections that shouldn’t be, contact the credit bureau as well as the lender immediately. You can dispute this just as you would dispute any other credit report error. You should dispute this ASAP as collections are very bad for your overall score.
Bottom Line
If you see a “Grid Code G” collections line on your credit report, it means your debt is overdue and has been turned over to collections. It’s important to remedy this as soon as possible as these types of remarks hurt your credit health.
