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| Credit bureau | Send your dispute letter to: | Or call (make sure you have a copy of your report with you): |
|---|---|---|
| Experian layer | PO Box 2104, Allen, TX 75013 | 888.397.3742 |
| Equifax layer | PO Box 740241, Atlanta, GA 30374 | 800.465.7166 |
| TransUnion layer | PO Box 2000, Chester, PA 19022 | 800.916.8800 |
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A goodwill credit adjustment is a request to remove valid delinquencies or otherwise negative payment history from a credit report