How do I get fraudulent debt off my record?

Asked 7 months ago - Olean, NY

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6 years ago i moved from florida to ny and a friend of mine got out an apartment in my name and his while i was living in ny. Now there is a 6,000 debt on my credit report. I have tried disputing this, but they say it is me. Now i am trying to purchase a house. I am willing to pay half owed just to get my new house. How do i make him responsible for the other half? Will i have to pay it all, since he fraudulently took a old id of mine and someone who looks like me in to sign the initial papers for the lease agreement?

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    Staten Island Bankruptcy Attorney
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    Answered October 11, 2012 06:47. Since 6 years is the deadline for claims for fraud (which this seems to be) you should speak to an attorney ASAP to preserve any rights you still might have.

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  2. Chicago Lawsuit / Dispute Attorney
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    Answered October 11, 2012 06:52. I agree with the wise words of Attorney Stumpf. Hire a lawyer on this matter asap.

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