Posts Tagged ‘Credit History’

How to Beat the Credit Bureaus at Their Own Game

Jon Arnold asked: In my mind, the credit bureaus demonstrate time and time again that they are run in a slipshod manner with little respect for the accuracy of the credit reports they distribute. But the good news is that with persistence and documentation, you can beat the credit bureaus at their own game, although [...]

The Different Parts of a Credit Report

Suzy Vanstrusen asked: So you’ve been told to get a copy of your credit report. Where should you get a copy? The answer is, you must get one copy from each of three major credit bureaus in the country – (Equifax, Experian, TransUnion). Why should you obtain a copy from each? Some people think that [...]

Protecting Your Credit Scores During and After Divorce

Jackie Beem asked: It is not uncommon for a man and wife to sign jointly for debt while they are married.

Credit Bureau Reports and Your Credit Rating – Do You Understand Your Credit Score?

Marilyn Katz asked: Do you know what a credit rating is? Furthermore, do you know what your own personal credit score is? Most people don’t think they need to worry about it. They do. Even if you don’t ever borrow money you need to be concerned. Let’s say you need to buy a new car, [...]

Three Major Credit Bureau

Tarron Acuff asked: The three major credit bureaus are Equifax, Experian, and keep information on your credit history. If you don’t have any credit it should say is that the report does not exist because no credit has been established. If they do have credit established, it will tell you what is on your report. [...]