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How to remove inquiries from a credit report
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How to remove inquiries from a credit report

In certain circumstances, an unapproved inquiry can be removed from your credit report if you send a credit inquiry removal letter to the credit reporting agency or by disputing it online.
joseph-mavrin
May 6, 2025
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How to remove late payments from your credit report
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How to remove late payments from your credit report

May 05, 2025
How to remove collections from your credit report
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How to remove collections from your credit report

May 05, 2025
How to remove a charge-off from your credit report
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How to remove a charge-off from your credit report

May 05, 2025

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How long does an eviction stay on your record?
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How long does an eviction stay on your record?

Evictions can stay on your public record for up to seven years, but they usually won’t show up on your credit reports or impact your credit.

moriah-beaver

May 02, 2025
Do tax liens show up on your credit report?
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Do tax liens show up on your credit report?

Learning how to remove a tax lien from your credit report can boost your credit score, especially if it’s inaccurately reported.

Sarah Raja

April 03, 2025
Credit card “shimming”: the new skimming
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Credit card “shimming”: the new skimming

Credit card shimming is a type of skimming that targets cards with a chip, allowing scammers to steal your credit card information and make purchases.

Lexington Law

November 12, 2024
What are derogatory marks on your credit report, and how can you fix them?
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What are derogatory marks on your credit report, and how can you fix them?

Derogatory marks are negative items on your credit report. Here’s how you can address them and potentially improve your credit.

moriah-beaver

October 29, 2024
Does paying off collections improve my credit score?
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Does paying off collections improve my credit score?

Contrary to what many consumers think, paying off an account that’s gone to collections will usually not improve your credit score. Learn more here

Vincent R. Mayr | Associate Attorney

August 14, 2024
How to remove a repossession from your credit report
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How to remove a repossession from your credit report

Learning how you might be able to get a repossession removed from your credit report can help you get on your way to repairing your credit.

Nature Lewis

August 14, 2024