Claims of guaranteed deletions or a newly invented credit identity are red flags.
Claims of guaranteed deletions or a newly invented credit identity are red flags.
What to do
Use FTC guidance to review claims, and remember that factual disputes can be filed without paying a company.
Check the outcome
Save a dated copy of the relevant report, statement, or agreement. Verify the actual account terms and subsequent updates. A tool or dispute cannot guarantee a score increase or remove accurate information merely because it is unfavorable.
Resources
Safesky: https://safeskyconsulting.com/diy/free Official consumer resource: https://www.consumerfinance.gov/consumer-tools/credit-reports-and-scores/
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This article is general information, not legal or financial advice. Results vary by credit profile.
