how long does it take for a paid collection to show as paid on my credit report
-- Lynda. Dear Lynda, The short and long answer to your question is, it depends. In general, accurate negative information on your credit report will remain for seven years from the first date of delinquency (typically 180 days from your first late payment). Chapter 7 bankruptcies will remain for 10 years and some tax liens will remain indefinitely.