Credit Reports
News, insights and expert analysis on credit reports from the team at Kiplinger.
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Did You Freeze Your Credit? Watch Out for These Pitfalls
credit & debt If you put your credit reports on ice, watch out for these slippery spots.
By Lisa Gerstner
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How Your Credit Score Is Calculated
credit & debt Here's the formula for success no matter which model lenders use.
By Miriam Cross
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Equifax Data Breach Hit Me: Here's How I Protect Myself Now
Scams A financial professional who once paid Equifax to monitor his own personal information outlines the four-step plan he now uses instead to guard his identity, Social Security number and finances from cybercriminals.
By Bradford M. Pine
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Fighting Identity Theft on the Dark Web
credit & debt To prevent ID theft, credit card issuers monitor the dark web for your personal information.
By Lisa Gerstner
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How Consumers Can Clean Up After Equifax Disaster
Scams Everyone needs to take precautions in today’s world of constant data breaches. Here are six steps to protect yourself.
By Marguerita M. Cheng, CFP® & RICP®
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Customers Get a Break on Medical Debt
credit & debt Consumers get more time to settle a medical bill before it harms their credit.
By Lisa Gerstner
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Best Places to Check Your Credit Reports and Credit Scores for Free
credit score You can say goodbye to year-long waits and high fees to check your credit thanks to these trusted free resources.
By Miriam Cross
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Can You Cut Taxes You Pay on Your Social Security?
retirement If you have a moderate or low income but earn a lot in interest and dividends from investments that you don't need for living expenses, here is one way you may be able to lower your tax bill.
By Mike Piershale, ChFC
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How to Get Even Sweeter Rewards From Your Rewards Credit Card
credit & debt Boost your rewards by opening a bank account.
By Lisa Gerstner
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