I filed for bankruptcy. How long will that appear on credit reports?
I filed for bankruptcy. How long will that appear on credit reports? If you filed for bankruptcy protection under Chapters 7, 11, 12, or 13 […]
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A credit repair firm sent me an offer outlining their credit repair program...
A credit repair firm sent me an offer outlining their credit repair program. Should I enroll? Credit repair companies often promise to help you remove […]
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My credit application was denied because of my credit report. What can I do...
My credit application was denied because of my credit report. What can I do? If you were turned down for a loan or a line […]
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I do not want creditors to report my accounts to credit reporting companies...
I do not want creditors to report my accounts to credit reporting companies. What can I do? You have no right to opt out of […]
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I got my credit score from two different credit bureaus and have two differ...
I got my credit score from two different credit bureaus and have two different numbers. Why is that? You could have many different credit scores […]
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I don’t recognize the name of a creditor listed on my credit report. ...
I don’t recognize the name of a creditor listed on my credit report. Should I dispute this listing? If you don’t recognize a creditor, you […]
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I receive numerous credit card offers in the mail. Will these offers damage...
I receive numerous credit card offers in the mail. Will these offers damage my credit score? No. The offers themselves do not affect your credit […]
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Could I be turned down for a job because of something in my credit report?
Could I be turned down for a job because of something in my credit report? Generally, yes. Hundreds of companies provide employment background checks and qualify as […]
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My insurance company increased my car insurance rates because of my credit ...
My insurance company increased my car insurance rates because of my credit report. Is that legal? Under federal law, insurance companies may obtain the information […]
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Some of my debts are listed multiple times on my credit report. What should...
Some of my debts are listed multiple times on my credit report. What should I do? If the same debt is listed multiple times (possibly […]
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