Credit Reports
News, insights and expert analysis on credit reports from the team at Kiplinger.
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Get Free Credit Reports WeeklyCheck your credit report weekly for free as the three major credit bureaus made a pandemic-era initiative permanent.
By Lisa Gerstner
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How to Freeze Your Credit in 3 Stepscredit & debt Freezing your accounts at the three major credit bureaus is the best way to prevent thieves from opening new credit accounts in your name.
By Lisa Gerstner
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Should You Use Buy Now, Pay Later Options to Finance Your Vacation?Many travel companies are letting users pay in installments. But is "buy now, pay later" a smart financial decision?
By Becca van Sambeck
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Credit Score News Could Help First-Time HomebuyersLenders who sell mortgages to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac used to only be able to use FICO for loan qualification. Now there's VantageScore, owned by the three major credit bureaus.
By Ella Vincent
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Seven Things You Should Do Now if You Think Your Identity Was StolenSponsored by LifeLock
If you suspect your identity was stolen, there are several steps you can take to protect yourself, but make sure you take action fast.
By Bob Haegele
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How to Thaw a Credit Freeze — and Why You WouldAs you shop for a loan or credit card, you must open up access to your credit reports.
By Ella Vincent
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DIY Credit Protection: Four Low-Cost Ways to Monitor Your Score and Prevent Identity Theftcredit & debt Here's how to keep your credit intact without breaking the bank.
By Miriam Cross
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Five Common Credit Mistakes and How to Avoid ThemMistakes are an often inevitable fact of life, but knowledge truly is power when it comes to financial wellness.
By Rod Griffin
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Does Freezing Your Credit Help During Data Breaches?With data breaches in the news from National Public Data and Change Healthcare, people are wondering if they should freeze their credit.
By Alexandra Svokos
