The gov't agency responsible for policing credit reporting agencies is being defunded. How can you make sure your credit ...

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 idea that you only have one credit score isn't true. In fact, it's one of the biggest credit score myths people consistently fall for, says John Ulzheimer, a credit expert who formerly worked for ...

John Ulzheimer is an expert on credit reporting, credit scoring, and identity theft. The author of four books on the subject, ...

Your credit report doesn’t show your income. However, lenders may request proof of income when considering a loan or credit approval. Knowing what information lenders actually see on your credit ...

Negative marks on your credit report can hurt your credit score and affect your ability to qualify for loans. Here’s how to fix them.

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 ...

If you’re someone who manages the family’s finances, worries about identity theft and values maintaining a good credit score, The Watchdog has the latest updates for you. Specifically, let’s dive into ...

The information on your credit report, from the types of accounts you have to your payment history, is used to determine your credit score. Negative or inaccurate information could lower your credit ...

The CFPB is quietly adding protection for credit bureaus instead of protecting you. Here's what you need to know.

SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — The price lenders pay to pull a borrower’s credit report has climbed steadily for years, and many lenders who once absorbed the expense now say they have to pass it on to ...

Natalie Campisi is a senior journalist who covers personal finance, balancing timely news with in-depth enterprise reporting. Her mission is to make complex financial issues clear and accessible for ...