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.
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How Your Credit Score Is Calculated
credit & debt Here's the formula for success no matter which model lenders use.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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