You may not think much about your credit report on a daily basis, unless you are curious about your standing ahead of applying for a loan — or if something goes wrong, like a data breach or case of ...

The idea that you only have one credit score isn't true. In fact, it's one of the biggest credit score myths people consistently fall for, says John Ulzheimer, a credit expert who formerly worked for ...

New Equifax credit report design highlights your score and explains key factors affecting it. Money; Getty Images Your credit report is getting a reader-friendly makeover. Equifax, one of the three ...

After the shock of losing her job, Lisa Hill-Green of Richmond, Va., struggled to pay her bills. In an effort to bring down her costs, she went to her mortgage lender for a loan modification. But then ...

Your bank app may let you check your credit score for free. But how is that different from your credit report? They are both measures of your financial health, but your score is a three-digit number ...

In a significant move toward enhancing consumer financial health, AnnualCreditReport.com, the centralized platform for free credit reports, has expanded its services to allow individuals to access ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I share strategies for getting ahead financially and building wealth. The Fair Credit Reporting Act gave you the right to check ...

Your credit report is getting a reader-friendly makeover. Equifax, one of the three major credit bureaus, unveiled on Thursday a new design for its physical credit report, which now prominently ...

Have you ever considered how often should you check your credit report? If the answer is yes, you’re in good company. Keeping tabs on your credit report might sound tedious, but it’s one of the ...