It is not necessary to have perfect credit in order to get a sofa from DFS. You can apply for their Lay-A-Way plan, which will allow you to make small monthly payments until the furniture is paid off.
Bad credit can be a major obstacle when trying to purchase furniture, but it doesn’t have to be. With DFS’s Lay-A-Way plan, you can get your new sofa without having to worry about paying it off all at once.
How do you know if you have been accepted for DFS credit?
You’ll get a text message letting you know that your application has been accepted.[1]
Which credit reference agency does DFS use?
DFS, which is the UK’s largest credit provider in the furniture market, chose to work with Ikano following the success of its trial, where it was able to demonstrate strong service levels and account management provision.[2]
How does sofa finance work?
You can choose to pay for your sofa monthly using our credit options, setting your budget to the exact amount you’re comfortable paying. Decide how much deposit you would like to pay, minimum 10%/£100 deposit* required, and then the monthly finance payment amount you wish to make.[3]
What is DFS guarantee?
DFS provides you with a 15-year structural guarantee from the date of delivery of your Order. You will need proof of purchase in order to use your DFS guarantee and this is your responsibility as purchaser.[4]
Who is the finance company for DFS?
DFS use external finance companies so please call them directly to discuss your settlement figure or for any queries regarding payments. V12 Retail Finance 02920 468900.[5]
What Finance does SCS use?
V12 is our first line finance provider and if you do not meet their eligibility requirements you can also apply for a loan with Creation Finance. Please call our online sales team on 0800 731 0048 for more information.[6]
What credit score do banks use?
FICO ® Scores are the most widely used credit scores—90% of top lenders use FICO ® Scores. Every year, lenders access billions of FICO ® Scores to help them understand people’s credit risk and make better–informed lending decisions.[7]
Which credit score do banks use UK?
The three main credit reference agencies in the UK are Experian, Equifax and TransUnion (formerly Callcredit). These are the ones most lenders rely on when considering someone for a mortgage. You can check your credit rating with all three agencies for yourself. It’s your right – and it’s free.[8]
Who do V12 finance use for credit checks?
Fraud prevention agencies hold your personal information for up to two years, and if you are considered to pose a fraud or money laundering risk, your information is held for up to six years. We use Equifax, TransUnion and Experian as our credit reference agencies.[9]
What credit score do I need to buy furniture?
What credit score do you need for furniture financing? There’s no specific score required for furniture financing. Both a 0% APR credit card and a personal loan, for instance, may require a good to excellent credit score, of 670 or above. Financing through the store may be available if your credit score is fair.[10]
Does sofa finance affect credit score?
You will be taking on more debt. Having multiple loans and credit accounts can affect your credit score. You are making a monthly financial commitment, which in turn will impact your disposable income. If you miss any repayments, you could negatively impact your credit score.[11]
Can I buy a sofa on klarna?
At Abakus Direct, you can buy your sofa through Klarna today, and pay for it through pay monthly sofa instalments! Browse through our amazing selection of affordable sofas here, all available for purchase with Klarna’s buy now, pay later or slice it payment option! Happy sofa shopping to you![12]