“You Can Go To Jail For This” The Truth About Credit Repair | Hot Seat W/ David Shands
Social Proof Podcast
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4.9 • 2K Ratings
🗓️ 18 April 2026
⏱️ 66 minutes
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Summary
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This might be one of the most intense hot seats yet.
In this episode, an entrepreneur breaks down her credit repair and funding business—how she made over $120K and helped clients secure hundreds of thousands in funding…
But there’s a catch.
As the conversation unfolds, serious legal risks come to light, forcing a real-time pivot in her entire business model. From navigating what’s legal vs. illegal, to scaling without putting everything at risk, this is a masterclass in entrepreneurship, decision-making, and long-term thinking.
If you’re building a business, offering services, or trying to scale fast—this is something you NEED to hear.
💡 Topics Covered:
Credit repair vs. funding (what’s legal?)
How she funded over $700K in 90 days
The risks of scaling the wrong business
Why social media matters for trust
Building a sustainable, scalable model
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