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Why credit scores are up — for now
Oct 20, 2020
Many people have been using their stimulus checks and extra unemployment benefits to keep up with bills and pay down debt.
Millions of Americans still unaware of the Equifax data hack
by
Kristin Schwab
and Jana Kasperkevic
Oct 12, 2017
Only a third of those who are aware have checked to see if their data was compromised.
Here’s what to do if your identity is stolen
Sep 15, 2017
Fraud alerts, credit reports, freezes — the Federal Trade Commission has an action plan.
Consumer credit-scoring system to eliminate error-prone data
Mar 13, 2017
Consumer credit reporting agencies are going to start eliminating some information from credit reports that might reflect negatively on would-be borrowers. Some of that information has been prone to errors in the past, and consumer advocates argued it was unfair to consumers. This is likely to raise credit scores for some who would not be […]
Your credit score might be costing more than you think
Nov 13, 2015
Sprint recently settled for almost $3 million related to "risk-based pricing"
Big changes coming for credit reports
by
Kai Ryssdal
Mar 9, 2015
Trying to fix an error on your credit report? Here's some good news!
For public good, not for profit.
Credit monitoring becomes a standard offer after breaches
Sep 9, 2014
What these services do and do not do for you as a consumer.
When your bad credit keeps you from getting a job
Jan 22, 2014
A recent study shows one in 10 job applicants have been rejected because something turned up in their credit history.
How to fix an error on your credit report: A guide
Oct 4, 2013
Fixing a mistake in your credit report can be frustrating and complicated. Here's a guide to help you know where to go and what to do.