Late Payment Incorrectly Reported During Active Credit Protection Enrollment
A creditor reported a late payment during a period when the consumer had an approved credit protection claim and payments were being made on their behalf. One bureau removed the mark after dispute while others continue reporting it inconsistently. Individual credit reporting accuracy dispute.
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