Several online services provide one or more credit scores for free, but check whether you're receiving your VantageScore or ...

Credit checks are not allowed in some areas. States where employer credit checks are not allowed or are only allowed in a limited capacity include California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, ...

New Equifax credit report design highlights your score and explains key factors affecting it. Money; Getty Images Your credit report is getting a reader-friendly makeover. Equifax, one of the three ...

Identity theft can strike anyone at any time, which is why experts say checking your credit report regularly is essential. Consumer Investigator Rachel DePompa shows you how to stay on top of your ...

From data entry mistakes to the results of identity theft, errors on your credit report can lower your credit score. That in turn can limit your ability to qualify for favorable interest rates on ...

The other night, I was out to dinner with a friend who works in medical billing. She shared a story that really stuck with me. One of her coworkers forgot to include a patient’s disability status on a ...

What to know about credit repair companies Credit repair companies can review your credit report for inaccuracies and dispute ...

A credit freeze has become one of the simplest and most effective ways to block fraud, and knowing when to use it can save ...

Credit reporting problems can be a significant blow to an individual’s financial fortunes. In Virginia, where over 46,000 consumers have filed complaints about credit reporting issues, according to ...

According to a report from TransUnion, delinquencies among renters doubled after the resumption in student loan collections.