How to dispute credit report errors for free
It’s entirely common to find an error on your credit report — but here’s the good news: Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, you have the right to dispute incorrect or inaccurate items on your […]
Interest rates: Here’s how they work
Shopping around for a loan or credit card makes one thing very clear: Borrowing money isn’t free. While the types of fees can vary, interest is generally a given. In simple terms, interest is the […]
Get your free weekly credit report. Here’s how
If the state of your credit is a top concern while the coronavirus pandemic rages on, you aren’t alone. With millions at least temporarily unemployed, financial hardship and the credit implications that could follow are a […]
How to spot a credit-repair-scam
Have you been rejected for new credit or denied the best rates because of negative marks on your credit report? Then it might be time to consider repairing your credit. Credit repair might seem complicated, but […]
Look out for these debt collection red flags
Maybe you’ve gotten the call: Someone says they are collecting on a debt you owe and if you don’t agree to pay on the spot, the police will show up to cart you off to […]