Credit Report Shows False Payment History After Loan Cancellation
A borrower canceled a loan in writing before any funds were disbursed, yet the account was later reported to credit bureaus with a payment history and charge-off. Disputing this inaccurate furnishing with the collection agency proved difficult, harming their credit standing.
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