The Fair Credit Reporting Act
March 08, 2017
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When Should I Check My Free Credit Report?
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When Should I Check My Free Credit Report?
Not checking your credit can be expensive. Mistakes you weren’t aware of can cost you. Here are some guidelines for how often to get yours.
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The Fair Credit Reporting Act
As a public service, the staff of Credit.com provides this version of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), prepared by the Federal Trade Commission.
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The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
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How the Equal Credit Opportunity Act Protects Credit Applications
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What Is Credit?
When a creditor or lender offers you credit, you agree to pay back the amount you spend or borrow plus interest. When you pay by credit you are borrowing.
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What Is Credit?
When a creditor or lender offers you credit, you agree to pay back the amount you spend or borrow plus interest. When you pay by credit you are borrowing.
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What to Do If You Are Rejected for Credit
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