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5 Dangers when using a Debt Settlement Company

While getting out of debt sounds great, consumers using debt settlement companies often fail to realize the dangers. You may be able to reduce your debt but the negative impact on your credit scores may not be worth it.

Does paying off collections improve credit score

Once a collection account lands on your credit reports it can stay for up to 7 years from the date of the original account’s default regardless payment. Paying a collection account does improve credit scores but only under FICO 9 scoring system.