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What Is Goodwill letter in Credit? Definition and Why It Matters
Goodwill letter: the short version
In credit, goodwill letter is a written request asking a creditor to remove an accurate late mark.
Why it matters
It works best after a long clean stretch, and it is a favor, not a right.
An example
Say you review your reports and run into goodwill letter for the first time. Check how it appears on each bureau, note the dates, and use the resources below before deciding what to do; small misunderstandings about goodwill letter cause many avoidable mistakes.
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