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Business Credit
Are you paying large sums on a timely basis to key suppliers and lenders that aren't being reflected in your business credit profile? If so, you are missing out on a key opportunity to get the credit you deserve for paying your bills on time and for conducting a larger volume of business. You should check your profile twice a year to make sure that all the vendor payment relationships are captured.
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