Thinking of buying a new home? It’s probably your most expensive purchase and therefore, you need the help of a reputable mortgage lender to help finance your dream home. But finding one is not an ...

Nearly half of all credit reports may contain errors, some of them costly to your credit score, according to a new watchdog report. One-quarter of the consumers were unable to access their credit ...

After the shock of losing her job, Lisa Hill-Green of Richmond, Va., struggled to pay her bills. In an effort to bring down her costs, she went to her mortgage lender for a loan modification. But then ...

Disputing credit report errors can be complicated and frustratingly slow. But it also is a necessary task for Americans who want to avoid paying more on loans and credit cards for a mistake they did ...

With identity theft and fraud on the rise, it's essential to monitor your credit report for signs of fraud. If you've been scammed, you'll need to contact your local police, the FTC, all three credit ...

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