Settled Debts Still Reported as Open Balances on Credit Reports
Creditors fail to update credit reporting agencies after debt settlements are completed, leaving accounts shown as open with outstanding balances. This inaccurate reporting damages consumer credit scores long after the financial obligation has been discharged.
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