Sep, 2018

Your Rights Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act

Your Rights Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act

The federal Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) promotes the accuracy, fairness, and privacy of information in the files of consumer reporting agencies. There are many types of consumer reporting agencies, including credit bureaus and specialty agencies (agencies that sell information about check writing histories, medical records, and rental history records)….

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Victim of Identity Theft? Here’s What You Can Do

Victim of Identity Theft? Here’s What You Can Do

Identity theft occurs when someone uses your name, Social Security number, date of birth, or other identifying information, without authority, to commit fraud.  For example, someone may commit identity theft by using your personal information to open a credit card account or get a loan in your name.   Luckily, the…

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