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Got a quick question: Which would you say is better visa or Discover Card? Looking forward for any answer or 2. My 2nd question... Hi all!.

In 2000, I received a JC Penney card (GEMB) while working there at age 17. By the time my mother found out, I was 18 and had reached the $1100 limit. My mother paid off the card, and destroyed it. A few years later, I received a new card in the mail. I maxed the card out AGAIN, but made my monthly payments until I was unable to work (pregnancy/bedrest) in 2006. I disputed this debt in 2008, stating that I was a minor when the account was opened, and the debt was removed from my credit reports.

Is this debt valid? It is not on my credit reports so far, but I am due to close on my house in March, and can't afford to have my score dip any lower..

Any advice would be greatly appreciated......

asked Mar 05 at 14:33

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Hmm... I need to find out myself. I don't know what is the right answer. I'll do some research and get back to you if I bump into an good answer. You should email the people at Discover Card as they probably could help you..

answered Mar 05 at 15:32

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Agree w/ GW. I had a similar issue / Cap1. You agree to their cardholder terms when you sign a receipt, and you did plenty of receipt signing after you turned 18...

answered Mar 05 at 16:29

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As noted, use and acceptance of terms (not to mention payment) took place well after the age of majority was reached. The contract itself is legal...

answered Mar 05 at 17:53

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Bridget
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Thanks for the info- I thought that would be the case..

answered Mar 05 at 19:12

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Angel
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Even if you had not reached majority, they can still seek debt once you have reached majority...

answered Mar 05 at 20:42

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