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beautybrainsbooty
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Barclays denied. Recon call made. *UPDATE*
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‎10-06-2012 03:39 PM - edited ‎10-08-2012 08:21 AM

Decided to app for the Barclays Apple today while my reports are unfroze. I was denied and the only thing I can think of is maybe inquiries or the newer TLs reporting (all pif so utility should be near 0) on TU since my report is clean and absolutely nothing is late-ever. Scores are above average (see sig). I will call backdoor on Monday to do a recon however Im a little nervous about it, not sure what to expect. I need that MacBook!!!! How do I approach the call guys?

 

 

*UPDATE 10/8*

Made the recon call today. Talked to a really nice, english speaking rep,who went over my entire report, asked a few questions about salary, but told me because my credit  card history was too new that I needed 6 months time to show history. She told me it looks like everything else has been handled exceptionally well but they need 6 months of cc history. I did not fight her but my NEWEST cards are within the last few months. I've have two others that are years old, rather large-and in good standing , paid off in full and still reporting. I think I will wait and try again tomorrow. No mention whatsoever of inquiries which is what I thought it would be.

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Re: Barclays denied. Nervous about Recon call. Suggestions?

‎10-06-2012 03:43 PM

You mean Tuesday. Holiday on Monday.

But did you get flat out denied?

Just say I'd really like to take your loc to purchase a MacBook. I just applied and so and so happened and wondering I ou could take a second look.
They might still be open now. West coast it's only 345 depending where ey are located
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Re: Barclays denied. Nervous about Recon call. Suggestions?

‎10-06-2012 03:46 PM

beautybrainsbooty wrote:
Decided to app for the Barclays Apple today while my reports are unfroze. I was denied and the only thing I can think of is maybe inquiries or the newer TLs reporting (all pif so utility should be near 0) on TU since my report is clean and absolutely nothing is late-ever. Scores are above average (see sig). I will call backdoor on Monday to do a recon however Im a little nervous about it, not sure what to expect. I need that MacBook!!!! How do I approach the call guys?

Barclay tends to be inquiry sensitive. Re:the call, just tell them that you want the app reconsidered, and hint that you are trying to make an Apple purchase and want to use their card to do it because of the special terms. Explain whatever they ask about in the best light possible without lying, and hope for the best.

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Re: Barclays denied. Nervous about Recon call. Suggestions?

‎10-06-2012 03:48 PM

Flat out denied. OMG. Monday is indeed a holiday. It hurt too, because I have been getting nothing but approvals lately lol. So do I go to a credit analyst or the main customer service number listed on the BD numbers??

started mid 500's. Disputed incorrect items and within a month or two my scores have skyrocketed and continue to do so
EQ: 674 > 689 >695 with my new TLs reporting :smileywink:
TU: 661>780
Experian(or as I call them, the devil) I have no clue, they haven't released my report
Goal=720 across the board--currently searching for the perfect *third* card to maximize my profile and score :smileywink:
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Re: Barclays denied. Nervous about Recon call. Suggestions?

‎10-06-2012 03:49 PM

Don't be scared. Be truthful and make sure they got it that your going to buy an apple computer with it. More than likely you were computer denied for INQs / New accounts.


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Re: Barclays denied. Nervous about Recon call. Suggestions?

‎10-06-2012 03:55 PM

beautybrainsbooty wrote:

Flat out denied. OMG. Monday is indeed a holiday. It hurt too, because I have been getting nothing but approvals lately lol. So do I go to a credit analyst or the main customer service number listed on the BD numbers??

866-408-4064

 

They may be closed since it is a weekend and a holiday weekend at that. If so, try the regular number.

 

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Re: Barclays denied. Nervous about Recon call. Suggestions?

‎10-06-2012 03:59 PM

Barclays is amazing with recons, you'll get it! Fingers crossed for you!!


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Re: Barclays denied. Nervous about Recon call. Suggestions?

‎10-06-2012 04:17 PM

LS2982 wrote:
Barclays is amazing with recons, you'll get it! Fingers crossed for you!!

Oh I wish that were true! I was denied recon. To be fair my uti is high right now...37% and I had 2 chargeoffs and 1 collection from 2007/2008. He suggested paying down my CC's and paying off my chargeoffs/collection. :smileysurprised:(

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At least I'm heading in the right direction!!!

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Re: Barclays denied. Nervous about Recon call. Suggestions?

‎10-06-2012 04:22 PM

How many cards Did you app for or do you mean pre approvals.

The worst they can do is say no.
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Re: Barclays denied. Nervous about Recon call. Suggestions?

‎10-06-2012 05:05 PM

Barclay probably gave me the easiet recon to date.

 

just asked a few questions about my file, and why I wanted the card.

 

Told them I was rebuilding, and I wanted to buy an ipad at the local apple store (which I did not buy - just wanted the card) and they matched the CL of my highest card and boom, done.

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