According to a report from TransUnion, delinquencies among renters doubled after the resumption in student loan collections.

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

Identity theft can strike anyone at any time, which is why experts say checking your credit report regularly is essential.

New Equifax credit report design highlights your score and explains key factors affecting it. Money; Getty Images Your credit report is getting a reader-friendly makeover. Equifax, one of the three ...

What to know about credit repair companies Credit repair companies can review your credit report for inaccuracies and dispute ...

A credit freeze has become one of the simplest and most effective ways to block fraud, and knowing when to use it can save ...

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 checks are not allowed in some areas. States where employer credit checks are not allowed or are only allowed in a limited capacity include California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, ...

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 ...

A: Report the crime to your local police and file an identity theft complaint with the Federal Trade Commission at ...