The infamous "Waiting Game"
When a dispute is filed against a creditor, the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) requires that creditor to be given a legal window of 30 calendar days to respond.
Now, we know what you might be thinking… and trust us, we completely understand!
But remember — PATIENCE & PERSISTENCE are the two most powerful tools we have to maximize your success. Throughout this process, you’ll need to practice a little patience as well.
Here’s why creditors are allowed these 30 days to respond in writing:
The credit bureaus are actively working with both your creditors and debt collectors to thoroughly investigate the accuracy of each disputed account.
During this initial phase of the dispute process, there is nothing we can legally do to accelerate the timeline. But don’t be discouraged — there’s still plenty happening behind the scenes at Captain Credit!
This is exactly why we’ll be staying in close contact with you — through emails, text messages, and regular updates. In some cases, you may hear from us daily!
If you ever have any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out to your Solutions Manager — we are always here to support you!