All articles tagged: “Charge-Offs”

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Guide

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How to Dispute or Remove a Charge-Off (Feb. 2024)

How to Dispute or Remove a Charge-Off

It can be tough to earn great credit scores when there are negative items on your credit reports. One such item is the so-called charged-off... read more »

John Ulzheimer

By: John Ulzheimer • 5/11/20

Guide

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6 FAQs: Credit Report “Charge Off” Meaning & How to Remove It (Feb. 2024)

What it Means to Have a Credit Report Charge Off

Every industry has a collection of terms and phrases specific to that industry, often called “jargon.” For instance, the medical profession is... read more »

Brittney Mayer

By: Brittney Mayer • 5/25/17

Blog

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What Is a Charge-Off? (4 Things to Know)

What Is a Charge-Off?

Your credit card company or other creditor may charge-off your debt if you are seriously behind on your payments. A charge-off means that the... read more »

Eric Bank

By: Eric Bank • 3/7/16

Guide

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How To Remove Charge-Offs Yourself: Expert Guide (Feb. 2024)

How to Remove Charge-Offs Yourself

A charge-off is one of the most harmful credit report entries, short of a bankruptcy. In fact, charge-offs remain on your credit report for at... read more »

Mike Randall

By: Mike Randall • 10/5/15

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What Does it Mean When Your Account is Charged Off?

What Does it Mean When Your Account is Charged Off?

If you are in financial trouble and have not been making the payments due on your credit card or loan, you may be in a bad situation. That’s why... read more »

Mike Randall

By: Mike Randall • 11/8/13