Three steps to prep for paying for college
Over the next few months, parents and students will be exploring options to help pay for college. For many people, how to pay for a college education is one of the first major financial decisions they’ll make. There are many different ways to pay for college. Understanding your choices can help you make the right decision for your situation.
New protections for servicemembers and veterans alert
A recent law provides additional protections for servicemembers affecting VA refinances, medical debt on credit reports, credit monitoring, and stays on foreclosure. Here’s what to look for in the new laws and when they go into effect.
Common errors people find on their credit report - and how to get them fixed
Finding and getting errors on your credit report fixed is an important part of managing your finances. Review your credit report periodically and look for these common errors.
Errores comunes que la gente encuentra en su reporte de crédito y cómo corregirlos
Encontrar los errores en su reporte de crédito y corregirlos es una parte muy importante dentro del manejo de sus finanzas. Revise periódicamente su reporte de crédito y busque estos errores comunes.
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Know your data: Our latest list of consumer reporting companies
You know your credit report is important, but other companies also collect information on you—and you have a right to see those reports. Our latest list of consumer reporting companies gives you the details you need to take action.
A snapshot of mortgage complaints
The Bureau’s Complaint snapshot: Mortgage highlights trends in consumer
submitted complaints about mortgages.
Here’s what we’re hearing from servicemembers, veterans, and military families
Today,
we’re releasing our sixth annual report highlighting complaints from
servicemembers as well as emerging issues and continuing trends facing the
military community in the financial marketplace.
Credit score myths that might be holding you back from improving your credit
Taking steps to improve your credit score is important, but there’s a lot of bad advice out there. Here are some of the most common credit myths debunked.
