How soon must a CRA complete a reinvestigation or remove disputed information from a consumer's file?

The requirement for a Consumer Reporting Agency (CRA) to complete a reinvestigation of disputed information or to remove that information from a consumer's file is established by the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). According to the FCRA, when a consumer disputes information on their credit report, the CRA must investigate the dispute and resolve it within 30 days. This period is intended to provide consumers with timely corrections if there are inaccuracies affecting their credit reports.

If the CRA is unable to verify the disputed information within this 30-day timeframe, it must remove that information from the consumer's file. This provision is crucial for protecting consumers' rights and ensuring that their credit reports reflect accurate and up-to-date information. The other time frames mentioned do not align with the FCRA's stipulations, as they do not provide sufficient time for a thorough investigation and resolution process.