No. Paying a collection or charge-off does not automatically remove it from your credit reports.
In fact, depending on how old the account is, paying it may actually hurt your score by re-aging the account and updating it as a newer negative.
Our program helps you challenge these accounts strategically under consumer protection laws, while also guiding you on when payment or negotiation might make sense.
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