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Checking your credit report can help ensure the information is correct. Checking your credit score does not hurt your credit score.
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Do you know some of the ways you can help protect against increased fraud risk during the holidays? Find out how to help protect your credit & identity while holiday shopping.
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Legal representatives and court-appointed guardians can follow these steps to get free credit reports for their wards.
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Equifax explains why your last reported employment may be out of date on your Equifax credit report.
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Learn more about The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) & how this federal law provides protections to the consumer.
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If you have been mistakenly reported as deceased, you can contact the three nationwide credit bureaus. Get contact information here.
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Learn how you can order additional Equifax credit reports or view previous ones.
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Learn about how to request your Equifax Credit Report in different formats, including braille, large print, and audio.
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If you have a security freeze on your Equifax credit report, can you also lock your credit report? Learn more here.
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Learn some reasons why you may not have received a credit monitoring alert through your Equifax product after recent credit activity.
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If you live in another country, learn what has to happen in order for you to have a U.S. credit file.
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Find out how credit scores are calculated & the important information you should review.
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Credit unions are organizations, like banks, that provide members with financial services. However, credit unions differ from banks in a few key ways.
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Learn how you can save money on taxes by taking advantage of available tax credits for homeowners, what are tax credits and how to maximize the benefits.
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Find out whether you can use Lock & Alert to lock your credit reports with all three nationwide credit bureaus.
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Credit utilization is a factor used in calculating credit scores. Learn more about credit utilization, what a good credit utilization ratio is and more.
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There are many benefits of a credit union, like lower interest rates and more community engagement. But not everyone qualifies to join a credit union.
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Credit cards can help you reach your financial goals, but there are many mistakes you can make, from credit card minimum payments, late payments, and more!
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Credit scores are important, but what is a good credit score? Learn more about credit score ranges and how to get a good credit score.
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Do you know the effect of divorce on your credit report and credit score? Learn more about the facts of divorce and credit.
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Credit monitoring and financial alerts keep you updated on key changes to your credit reports and financial accounts. Learn whether they impact credit scores.
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Learn what you can do if you're a veteran and a medical debt being paid by the Department of Veterans Affairs shows up on your Equifax credit report
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Have you recently lost your credit card? Learn about the 4 things you should do when you have lost your credit card to protect yourself from fraud.
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Learn why you need to enter a credit card number when you sign up for a free trial of an Equifax product.
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What are credit score ranges? Learn about the credit score ranges with this breakdown of excellent, very good, good, fair, and poor credit scores.
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Your credit report details your credit history. But sometimes your credit report may have an error. If that happens, you need to file a dispute.
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Your credit report helps you understand your financial health. Watch this video to learn what a credit report is and what is in a credit report and much more.
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Loan forbearance can be a great relief during times of struggle and need, but as with any agreement, it is important to understand what it entails.
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A credit report lock and a security freeze both prevent access to your Equifax credit report to open new credit accounts, but they aren't the same thing.
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Being an authorized user can help you build credit if the account holder maintains positive credit habits. Learn more about how an authorized user works.
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Make sure you’re taking the right steps to manage your loved one’s credit accounts and learn what happens to credit & debt after death. Read more here.
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Ending a marriage and attempting to separate finances can impact your credit. Find out how getting a divorce can change your credit and how to help navigate that here.
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There are two ways you can lock your Equifax credit report. Learn more about both here.
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Learn more about ways you can minimize the impact to your credit scores from financial challenges.
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If you're applying for credit, you'll need to unlock your Equifax credit report to allow lenders and creditors access. Read more here.
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Learn the requirements and benefits of qualifying for first-time home buyer tax credits with this guide from Equifax. See if you qualify for these tax credits.
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Student loans may be a necessary part of your financial journey. Let's discuss how they work and their possible impact on your credit.
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Explore popular tax credits and deductions available to help you save money during tax season in 2024. Learn the difference between deductions and credits.
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Knowing what's on your credit reports is important whether you’re just starting to build credit or you’re planning a big purchase.
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Learn 5 ways to raise your credit score. From paying bills on time to maintaining a good ratio of available credit, discover what matters.