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How to compare credit repair companies
Before choosing a credit repair company, research its reputation, products and fees.
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Debt consolidation vs. bankruptcy: Which is right for you?
Debt consolidation and bankruptcy are different approaches to managing debt.
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Can you remove hard inquiries from your credit report?
Removing accurate and timely information from your report is generally not possible. This is true for hard inquiries as well, unless identity theft has occurred.
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What is a 609 dispute letter?
A 609 dispute letter can help you clean up errors on your credit report.
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A comprehensive guide to debt relief programs
Debt becomes a problem when you don’t have the means to pay it off or owe too much to too many companies to pay down the balances.
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How to clean up credit reports
It is a good practice to review your credit report annually for any inaccuracies.
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What is a credit privacy number?
A credit privacy number is an alternative to a Social Security number.
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How to delete your Experian account
You can use your Experian account to check your credit, but you don’t have to keep it.
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Alternatives to debt relief
Options outside of debt relief include budgeting, being proactive and seeking advice.
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Can closed accounts be removed from your credit report?
Closed accounts listed on your credit report are removed after a set amount of time – depending on the status.
6 min read Jun 30, 2025