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When does debt come off report
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johnmondin81 wrote: »It really depends on the country. In Canada, it could come off in 6 months to 10 years.
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alltheinfo wrote: »The defaults recorded on your file would drop off after 6 years even if you still owe the debt. What would show on your credit file is how much of each debt is still owed and how much you are paying back each month.
In addition to the other points, to be clear - the WHOLE entry drops off the credit report six years after it is defaulted or settled, whichever occurs sooner.0 -
In addition to the other points, to be clear - the WHOLE entry drops off the credit report six years after it is defaulted or settled, whichever occurs sooner.
Thanks. In my haste I missed that point of correction.Free/impartial debt advice: National Debtline | StepChange Debt Charity | Find your local CAB
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