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Fair Credit Reporting Act Basics
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Fair Credit Reporting Act

The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) is a federal law that was enacted to promote the accuracy, fairness and…
Dealing with Debt Collectors Trying to Collect a Debt That Isn’t Yours
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Dealing with Debt Collectors Trying to Collect a Debt That Isn’t Yours

If you’ve been the victim of identity theft, you could have debts in your name that aren’t yours (and might…
Know Your Rights: Debt Collectors Contacting You
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Know Your Rights: Debt Collectors Contacting You

Even if you owe a debt, you have rights about when and how a debt collector contacts you.
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What’s a data breach?

A data breach is a security violation in which sensitive, protected or confidential data is copied…
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Will my rent payments show up on my credit report?

It depends.  On-time rent payments aren’t automatically included in your credit report, but they may…
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Can a landlord require a credit check when I apply for a rental?

Yes, landlords can require a credit check as part of the rental application process.
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Can I get a copy of my credit report?

Yes. You can request a free copy of your credit report from each of the three major credit bureaus (Equifax…
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Will an eviction notice show up on my credit report?

No, an eviction notice by itself won’t show up on your credit report. There are a couple of other ways…

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