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You can do credit repair on your own for free, but the process can be time consuming and involve multiple steps. Credit repair companies can help you improve your credit by identifying inaccuracies on ...

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I once had such bad credit that a furniture store wouldn't let me buy a $500 couch. I slowly rebuilt my credit by making payments on time and not overusing my credit card. Now, my score is 780. That ...

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If you’re a South Carolina resident dealing with credit issues, you may be looking for a reliable credit repair service. Reputable companies exist to help you dispute credit report errors while ...