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Many people who want to repair their credit start by searching the internet for the top credit repair companies.  Let’s face it, that is the way that most of us make buying decisions these days.  The trouble is that when you begin your search, it is almost impossible to differentiate the good from the bad.  There are so many of them out there!  Worse, the sites that seem to offer reviews are really just affiliate sites where the people are trying to make money by getting you to subscribe to the services of the top paying companies that they review.

So, what can you do when you are in need of credit report repair?  Lucky for you there are several options.

First, you can take a online course or get an e-book and repair your own credit.  Getting the right information is critical and can save you a lot of hassle.  You should go with a company that looks legitimate.  A long sales letter can be OK, but make sure that there is further evidence that they know what they are talking about.

If you decide that this is too much hassle, the best way to find out what credit repair companies you should consider is to ask someone that you trust.  A friend or relative is great, but you could also as a realtor or mortgage broker if she knows of a company that has done a good job for her sellers.

If you are unable to get advice of someone that you trust, here are a few guidelines for selecting a company online.  You should always choose a company that has been in business for a while.  Make sure that you check their rating with the better business bureau.  You can also Google the company name and “reviews” and see if you come up with a company that has good reviews on credit forums.