Dealing With Debt Collectors – Smart Strategies to Remember »

When a debt has been left unpaid for a long time, creditors will usually pass on their duty to collect to an independent debt collection agency. However, there are debt collection agencies that violate consumer rights as stipulated in the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. If you are in a similar situation, below are smart tips for you:

The Importance Of Knowing How To Read Your Credit Report »

Knowing how to interpret your credit report is just as important as getting a copy of your report. In this post, let’s talk about credit report details and how you can take the right action based on the information you find in your report.

Filing A Credit Dispute To A Credit Bureau »

Consumers have the right to check into their credit reports at any time. The Fair Credit Reporting Act clearly states that errors and false charges can be disputed. The three credit report firms (Equifax, Experian, TransUnion) must respond to consumer disputes by conducting their own investigation on the matter.

Tell-tale Signs of Credit Repair Scams »

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) warns consumers against seeking credit repair assistance from scammers and illegal credit repair agencies. True enough, going through a financial crisis can make anyone vulnerable to scams and rip-offs. Recognizing the signs of fake credit repair services can help you stay out of the danger. What are these signs that you should be aware of?

Getting to Know The Credit Bureaus »

Consumers are encouraged to get a copy of their credit report and check their credit rating from the credit reporting agencies. Nevertheless, not everyone understands what the credit agencies actually do. In this post, we will talk about the role that credit bureaus play in building credit history.