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The Common Credit Card Errors That Tank Credit Scores
If you are someone who believes in using credit cards for as much as you can, you are not alone, as the whole concept of ...
A warning for all Americans - this is not a good time to put things on credit
Opening and closing credit cards can also damage your credit score, per this warning from FICO (FICO). What does it all mean? Unexpected life events such as job loss or an emergency can throw your ...
Millions could see credit scores drop after federal judge reverses medical debt rule: Are you affected?
A major change in credit reporting policy could affect the financial health of millions of Americans after a federal judge struck down a key rule that was set to eliminate medical ...
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DEBT collectors in South Africa crossing the line
Ever-more aggressive debt collectors in South Africa are coming under scrutiny for their tactics. Here’s what they’re doing ...
Experian’s Market Position in the Credit Bureau Business Gives the Firm a Wide Moat
Along with Equifax and TransUnion, Experian is one of the Big Three credit bureaus. Experian's US core credit bureau business is relatively mature and, as a result, the company has been expanding ...
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‘Click to Cancel’ is on hold, but what about other subscription cancellation services?
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - The Federal Trade Commission’s “Click to Cancel” rule, designed to make it easier for ...
Federal judge reverses rule that would have removed medical debt from credit reports
A federal judge in Texas removed a Biden-era finalized rule by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau that would have ...