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Your credit score indicates how likely it is you’re going to pay off debt, a key metric of your financial worthiness. Generally, the higher your credit score, the more access you’ll have to better ...

After the shock of losing her job, Lisa Hill-Green of Richmond, Va., struggled to pay her bills. In an effort to bring down her costs, she went to her mortgage lender for a loan modification. But then ...

Negative entries like late payments and charge-offs stay on your credit report for seven years - this is what's known as the ...

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Imagine being turned down for a loan or paying higher interest rates due to errors on your credit report. It happens more often than you might think. But Consumer Reports has ...

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Credit repair is a $6.5 billion industry that's rife with fraud and scams. While credit repair companies often claim they can "erase" bad credit or boost your scores, claims like these are usually ...

With identity theft cases rising nationwide, more consumers are discovering unfamiliar accounts or inquiries on their credit reports. Petroff Amshen LLP explains how to respond effectively, protect ...

With identity theft and fraud on the rise, it's essential to monitor your credit report for signs of fraud. If you've been scammed, you'll need to contact your local police, the FTC, all three credit ...