Identity Thefts & Scams

Dec 8, 2017

Common Credit Mistakes that Make Illinois Consumers Look Risky to Lenders and Creditors

December 8th, 2017|Bankruptcy, Credit Repair, Credit Score, Debt Issues, Identity Thefts & Scams|

Some credit mistakes are obvious. For example, if an Illinois consumer stops making car payments long enough for their vehicle to get repossessed, the resulting credit score drop shouldn’t come as a surprise. However, consumers in Illinois often make accidental credit mistakes that lead to lower credit scores and loan denials. Unfortunately, they may not [...]

Dec 7, 2017

Pennsylvania Consumers Should Know the Major Differences Between FICO Credit Scores and VantageScore Credit Scores

December 7th, 2017|Bankruptcy, Credit Repair, Credit Score, Debt Issues, Identity Thefts & Scams|

Pennsylvania lenders may pull FICO scores or VantageCredit credit scores, so consumers should know the major differences between these two scoring models.

Nov 30, 2017

Why Consumers Should be Careful with their Credit Cards at Ohio Lottery Self-Service Vending Machines

November 30th, 2017|Bankruptcy, Credit Repair, Credit Score, Debt Issues, Identity Thefts & Scams|

Ohio consumers can now enjoy the convenience of purchasing lottery tickets with credit cards at vending machines, but they should do so carefully.

Nov 28, 2017

The Better Business Bureau of Minnesota has Advice for Consumers Dealing with Debt Collectors

November 28th, 2017|Bankruptcy, Credit Repair, Credit Score, Debt Issues, Identity Thefts & Scams|

Dealing with debt collectors is often frustrating. Luckily, though, the Better Business Bureau of Minnesota has some advice on how to cope.

Nov 28, 2017

How the FTC Plans to Protect Illinois Consumers Against Student Loan Debt Relief Scams with the “Game of Loans” Initiative

November 28th, 2017|Bankruptcy, Credit Repair, Credit Score, Debt Issues, Identity Thefts & Scams|

Fraudsters are targeting Illinois consumers with student loan debt relief scams, but the FTC plans to protect them with its “Game of Loans” initiative.

Nov 27, 2017

How Michigan Consumers Can Successfully Manage their Credit Cards After Retirement

November 27th, 2017|Bankruptcy, Credit Repair, Credit Score, Debt Issues, Identity Thefts & Scams|

In order to maintain their good credit scores, Michigan consumers should continue to successfully manage their credit cards long after retirement.

Nov 24, 2017

Should California Parents Make their Teenagers Authorized Users on their Credit Card Accounts?

November 24th, 2017|Bankruptcy, Credit Repair, Credit Score, Debt Issues, Identity Thefts & Scams|

A lot of California parents make their teenagers authorized users on their credit card accounts to teach them about credit. Should you try it?

Nov 22, 2017

Why Buy-Here-Pay-Here Auto Loans Are Often Bad News for Minnesota Car Buyers with Bad Credit

November 22nd, 2017|Bankruptcy, Credit Repair, Credit Score, Debt Issues, Identity Thefts & Scams|

Minnesota car buyers with bad credit frequently use buy-here-pay-here auto loans. However, this type of financing is bad news for some consumers.

Nov 17, 2017

Will Pennsylvania Consumers Stick to their Holiday Budgets by Playing It Thrifty this Season?

November 17th, 2017|Bankruptcy, Credit Repair, Credit Score, Debt Issues, Identity Thefts & Scams|

In an attempt to stick to their holiday budgets, most Pennsylvania consumers plan to play it thrifty this season. This could help them enjoy a debt-free New Year.

Nov 16, 2017

How Florida Consumers Can Manage Medical Debt without Ruining their Finances or Credit Scores

November 16th, 2017|Bankruptcy, Credit Repair, Credit Score, Debt Issues, Identity Thefts & Scams|

Believe it or not, Florida consumers can manage medical debt without ruining their finances or credit scores. Here are a few helpful tips.

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