So this morning I was wondering, do you think if I offered to extend my service contract a few more years they could be persuaded to remove the bad entries? I'm fairly certain they have the ability if they're so inclined.
You can always offer a "pay for delete" if there is a balance. Some companies will agree to this just to get their past due money.
There is also what is called a "good will" request, where you plead your case and ask them to remove it. This is your best option if you have already paid them.
They are not required to do remove the baddies, but might.
No you can't bribe the phone company into removing late payments from your credit report. If you have problems paying your phone bill you will not have much success getting a mortgage.
You can ask but I doubt the CSR's have that authority.
Doesn't hurt to try.
Not a chance.