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Do it yourself credit repair

Welcome! If you're ready to take back control of your debt, you've come to the right place. Follow the steps below to regain financial freedom. 

steps to take

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Gather your credit report documents by visiting annualcreditreport.com

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Dispute any errors with each credit bureau and ask for an updated copy from each bureau Experian, Equifax, TransUnion. Know what to look for by visiting the CFPB website

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Contact your lender to negotiate loan balances and/or interest rates. Get everything in writing. 

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step 3

Pay loans on time and early as agreed.

Any balances that are forgiven may become taxable income. 

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Do not close old accounts if possible. If you close old accounts, it can erase your payment history, which accounts for 35% of your credit score.

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Consider these additional tips to build your credit. If you have questions or would like further information, please contact us at Samuel@taofe.org.

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Did you find this page valuable? Did you have success following our steps? If so, please let us know by sending an email to Samuel@taofe.org. 


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