Independent Educational Resource
ScoreMend provides informational and referral content. We do not provide legal advice, tax services, or direct credit-repair filing services.
Your Free Right to Self-Dispute
Under federal law (FCRA), consumers have the right to dispute inaccurate credit report items themselves directly with credit bureaus for free.
Permitted Personal Consumer Use
All starter kits and checklists are provided free of charge for your personal, non-commercial educational use.
Third-Party Referral Disclaimers
Any engagement with third-party service providers is subject to independent contracts between you and those providers.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the ScoreMend Credit Repair website, downloading starter kits, or utilizing our educational materials, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue using this site immediately.
2. Informational & Educational Purpose
ScoreMend is an independent educational publisher and referral platform. The materials provided on this website—including guides, checklists, FAQs, and articles—are intended solely for general informational purposes:
• Not Legal or Financial Advice: Content published on ScoreMend does not constitute legal, tax, lending, or official financial advisory services.
• No Attorney-Client Relationship: Using this website or receiving our Starter Kit does not create an attorney-client or fiduciary relationship.
• Accuracy Disclaimer: While we strive for accuracy, credit laws, bureau procedures, and regulatory guidance can change. Consumers should verify current requirements directly with official consumer protection agencies.
3. Consumer Self-Dispute Rights
Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. § 1681 et seq.), consumers have the right to inspect their credit reports and dispute inaccurate, incomplete, or unverifiable information directly with Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion at zero cost. ScoreMend encourages consumers to exercise their federal rights and provides free guidance on self-dispute procedures.
4. Intellectual Property & Permitted Use
All content, design assets, trademarks, wordmarks, text, graphics, and checklists published on ScoreMend are the property of ScoreMend Credit Repair and protected by applicable copyright and trademark laws. You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and print materials solely for your personal, non-commercial use.
5. Third-Party Links & Referral Services
ScoreMend may provide links or referrals to independent, third-party credit-repair companies, credit-monitoring services, or financial resources. ScoreMend does not control, operate, or endorse third-party services and is not liable for their agreements, fees, outcomes, or representations.
6. Disclaimer of Warranties & Limitation of Liability
This website and all materials are provided on an 'as-is' and 'as-available' basis without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied. To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, ScoreMend disclaims liability for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of this site or third-party services.
7. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution
These Terms of Use are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States. Any disputes arising under these terms shall be resolved through good-faith informal negotiation or binding individual arbitration where permitted by law.
EXPLORE OTHER POLICIES
SCOREMEND LEGALHow ScoreMend protects your information, delivers free starter kits, and operates without requesting SSNs or bank logins.
Disclosures & Legal DisclaimerImportant consumer rights, non-credit bureau, non-law firm, and referral compensation disclosures.
Cookie & Tracking PolicyDetails on essential browser storage, local preference storage, and how to manage privacy choices.