Unpaid medical bills are back on the table, which could mean lower credit scores for millions. A federal judge in Texas has ...

The CFPB pushed further, however, finalizing a rule in early January barring all medical debt from influencing people’s ...

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TurboTenant reports tips for passing a rental credit check, emphasizing strong documentation and alternative options for ...

The regulator of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac wants to allow mortgage lenders to use an alternative credit score to FICO for ...

A top housing finance regulator announced that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac would allow lenders to use the traditional FICO ...

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Bankruptcy damages your credit and stays on your credit reports for years. Fortunately, you can rebuild your credit score with these smart financial strategies.

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