(CN) - A federal judge in Miami barred two credit-repair companies from requiring advance payment for services and from telling customers that accurate negative information will be removed from their ...

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Credit repair offers possible benefits such as faster resolution, expert analysis and the potential for score improvement. Approach credit repair with realistic expectations, as there's no guarantee ...

Consumers have a right to dispute mistakes on their credit reports. But if they’ve made late payments, that can’t be erased, consumer experts say. By Ann Carrns Anyone whose credit score has been ...

Many people have spotty credit history — or bad credit. Even if it’s not your fault, having bad credit can limit your options when it comes to getting a loan, credit card or even certain jobs. It can ...

The information found in a consumer’s credit report can have a considerable impact on their housing security, professional prospects and financial trajectory. This makes accurate credit reporting ...

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Customers charged illegal fees by two of the largest credit repair firms will soon see a refund check, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau announced Thursday. The CFPB says it will distribute ...

Anyone whose credit score has been marred by late payments or financial stumbles can understand the allure of a quick fix that scrubs tarnished credit. But beware the companies that sell credit ...

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