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

An incorrect address on your credit report is one at which you've never lived and it can be a signal of identity theft.

It's especially important to check if you're retired. If identity thieves wanted to steal a person's credit identity -- ...

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 ...

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 ...

If deleting and reporting scam texts and phone calls has become part of your daily routine, there's another simple way to protect yourself from fraud -- and it may be more effective. Placing a fraud ...

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 ...