The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau fined Equifax $15 million for credit reporting errors. The CFPB alleged the credit ...

Perhaps the biggest benefit of the Bluebird American Express reloadable prepaid card is the lack of monthly fees. Two other advantages: It offers free withdrawals at more than 38,000 U.S. ATMs in the ...

The CFPB cited Equifax’s failure to investigate disputes and resolve errors as part of its crackdown on credit reporting.

The three major credit bureaus are Equifax, Experian and TransUnion. The credit bureaus manage records on your accounts, ...

Checking your credit report is a great way to make sure no one has stolen your identity. However, you can't trust every site ...

While every retiree’s situation is different, experts say clearing mortgage debt is preferable, but not always advised.

Now appearing on 15 million Americans credit report is $49 billion in medical debt. But that’s set to change. Soon, medical debt will no longer appear on a credit report. That’s thanks to a new ...

With skimming, credit card thieves use a device called a skimmer to steal your credit card information. They try to hide ...

Millions of Americans worry over their credit scores. Your credit score is based on a number of factors. Lenders and banks pay close attention to your credit score whenever you apply for a credit card ...

Your credit score is more than just a number—it’s a key that unlocks financial opportunities, from securing a home loan ...

Mobile investing apps empower a new generation of market participants, but they also offer features for seasoned investors.

A new Consumer Financial Protection Bureau rule means consumers’ hospital and doctor bills can no longer weigh down their ...