A debt sale can produce entries from the original creditor and a new owner. Review which party currently claims payment and what each reports.
A debt sale can produce entries from the original creditor and a new owner. Review which party currently claims payment and what each reports.
Review the records
Request transfer documentation and validation information, then compare balances and dates. Dispute duplicate current balances or other factual errors with each responsible furnisher.
Choose the appropriate action
If the information is accurate, use the account records to plan the next step. No dispute or calculator can guarantee a particular score change.
Resources
CreditAhead resource: https://safeskyconsulting.com/diy/free Consumer guidance: https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/disputing-errors-your-credit-reports
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This article shares general tips. It is not legal or money advice for your own situation. Results are different for each person.
