When one of my sisters recently tried to file her taxes ahead of the April 15th tax-deadline, she got a nasty surprise from her accountant: the IRS rejected my... read more →
You likely already know that it’s a smart idea to check your credit reports annually. In fact, by law, you’re entitled each year to one free copy of your credit... read more →
Credit monitoring is an electronic, subscription-based service for consumers who want to track their credit activity at the "Big 3"... read more →
A credit score is simply a three-digit number that summarizes your overall credit standing and tells creditors how likely you are to either repay a debt or default on it.... read more →
If you’ve thought about ordering your free credit report, which credit reporting bureau should you contact? Many... read more →
Question: One of my subscribers had a question. She asked, "What's the best way to have negative information removed from my credit report?" Answer: Negative information can legally stay on... read more →
If you’ve ever pulled your credit files from each of the three major credit bureaus and tried to compare them, you know that certain information in your credit records likely... read more →
