New protections for servicemembers and veterans alert
Information for servicemembers about new laws on VA refinances, medical debt, credit monitoring, foreclosure protection, and when they go into effect.
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Common errors people find on their credit report - and how to get them fixed
When you’re reviewing your credit report make sure to look for these common errors.
Know your data: Our latest list of consumer reporting companies
The CFPB’s latest list of consumer reporting companies gives you the details you need to obtain your reports so you can review your data and take more control over your financial life.
Credit score myths that might be holding you back from improving your credit
These common myths may be stopping you from improving your credit score.
Natural disaster assistance is reported on a minority of credit records among potentially affected consumers
Recent natural disasters, such as Hurricane Harvey in 2017, have significantly impacted some consumers financially. In this report, the Bureau examines how natural disasters are reported in consumers’ credit reports.
Managing someone else’s money: New protection from ID theft and fraud
The Bureau’s Office of Financial Protection for Older Americans and FTC are sharing information about a new law that allows financial caregivers to request a credit freeze for a loved one whose money they’re managing.
Free credit freezes are here
Free credit freezes and year-long fraud alerts are here, starting Sept. 21, 2018, thanks to a new federal law. Here’s what you should know.
More than 1-in-5 consumers had telecommunications-related collections on their consumer report in the past 5 years
Consumers typically pay for telecommunications services monthly, but most providers do not report to consumer reporting agencies unless an account is in collections. In this report, we explore how these debts are reported.
WARNO: New security clearance guidelines make it more important than ever for servicemembers to monitor their credit
How to safeguard your credit record and avoid security clearance problems.
A new list identifies more ways to access credit scores—for free
Do you know your credit score? See where you might get one of your credit scores free of charge.
3 common credit issues and what you can do to fix them
Resources to resolve common credit issues, like improving bad credit, understanding your credit score, building a credit history, and dealing with identity theft.
Ask CFPB your questions about credit reports and scores
The CFPB is celebrating Financial Capability Month by helping consumers make better-informed decisions. We are taking to Twitter to answer your #AskCFPB questions on credit reports and scores.
4 tips to spring clean your finances
This spring, clean up your household finances by following our tips on money management, including budgets, credit reports, credit cards, debt, and savings.
Thinking about buying a house in 2018? Here’s what you need to know
Get ready to buy a home this year by visiting CFPB’s online resources.
5 financial New Year’s resolutions
As we kick off the New Year, here are five financial New Year’s resolutions to help you meet your goals.
Has having more access to free credit scores made a difference? Let us know!
Over the last few years, companies have begun to offer free access to credit scores. Share your feedback with us so we can understand how this service is working.
Add your company to the list of sources for free credit scores
If your company offers free credit scores and would like to be included on our list, respond to our recently posted Federal Register Notice.
Top 10 ways to protect yourself in the wake of the Equifax data breach
Top 10 ways to protect yourself from identity theft and fraud after the Equifax data breach and an update on the arbitration clause for Equifax’s offer of free credit monitoring.
Servicemembers should secure their identity after the Equifax data breach
If you were one of the many servicemembers and their families affected by the recent Equifax data breach here is a CFPB Op Order on how to secure your identity.
Equifax data breach updates
A collection of the latest releases, tips, updates, known scams, and information from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and other federal agencies working to support the millions of people affected by the Equifax data breach.
Identity theft protection following the Equifax data breach
Whether or not you have been affected by the Equifax data breach, or your personal information has been stolen, there are steps you can take to protect yourself and your credit.
Denied for a bank account? Here’s what you should know
If you had problems with your checking account in the past you may be denied for a new account, but you do have rights. Read our key tips if this happens to you.
Top five consumer financial complaints reported across the U.S.
Read about top financial issues reported by consumers to the CFPB and get information to help if you have a similar issue.
Understanding Consumer Experiences: Insights from CFPB’s 2016 Consumer Response Annual Report
We recently published our
Consumer Response Annual Report, which provides an overview of the complaints
we received in 2016.
Check our new list to see if your credit card offers you free access to one of your credit scores
Check our new list to see if your credit card offers you free access to one of your credit scores.
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