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Admin — Wed, 26 Jan 2005 05:21:15 -0800

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How to read your credit report by Admin at 06:03PM (PST) on January 10, 2005 | Permanent Link | Cosmos Charge-offs, inquiries, R1s -- what's it all mean? Here's how to understand this increasingly crucial document So you've decided to get your credit report... But now that you've got it, there are an awful lot of numbers, abbreviations and terms you've never seen before. Trade lines, charge-offs, account review inquiries -- how do you read this thing? First off, there are ...

Credit In The Modern World/Credit Cards/Credit Reports

Admin — Mon, 17 Jan 2005 04:07:26 -0800

Credit In The Modern World
by: T.B. Collins

Credit is in every avenue of the modern day world, you can not make a major purchase without the use of credit this includes a auto or a home purchases. But, many consumers are unaware of how their credit stands, and are usually surprised when applying for a credit card and they are rejected. This is commonly due to negative entries on their credit report, or out-of-date information that does not match the information supplied on the credit application. Because of this the credit report has become the mainstay of judging a ...

A Better Way To Watch Your Credit Reporting

Admin — Mon, 10 Jan 2005 22:54:06 -0800

A Better Way To Watch Your Credit Reporting by: George M Noceti Are you a victim of any credit card fraud or identity theft? Then you definitely need an enhanced defense from those menaces. You can get superior security from http://www.gotocreditreport.com. Actually, those financial offenses take place due to the lack of knowledge of your personal credit status. But, with GotoCreditReport.com , you will get an in-depth analysis of your personal credit with speed and accuracy. Thanks to our comprehensive credit service, we will relieve you from credit worries.

Free Credit Reports From The Government

Admin — Tue, 28 Dec 2004 05:58:08 -0800

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has set up a new website (www.AnnualCreditReport.com) where US residents can obtain free copies of their credit reports from the three major credit report bureaus (Equifax, TransUnion and Experian).

Free Credit Reports Huge Demand From Consumers

Admin — Fri, 03 Dec 2004 22:23:56 -0800

Opening day for the free credit reports wasn't a easy task to handle, for the three credit bureaus.

"We did have extraordinarily heavy overall volume," Experian spokesman Donald Girard said. "We did experience a few glitches in the system, and we worked out the kinks as fast as we could."

www.AnnualCreditReport.com processed tens of thousands of credit reports on the first day.

For full article by: David Becker click here.

Holiday shopping affects credit scores dramatically! - Average of 160 credit points!

Admin — Sun, 21 Nov 2004 05:46:42 -0800

Credit report scores drop dramatically due to delinquent payments from overspending during the holiday season which begins next week. SPENDonLIFE.com (http://www.spendonlife.com), a consumer savings website that provides credit reports, advises holiday season shoppers to keep a close eye on their expenses this year in order to avoid a credit report nightmare. A study by Experian Consumer Direct reveals that consumers with one missed payment in the last year have an average credit score of about 160 points lower than the average of those with no delinquent payments.

"A 160 point difference in your credit report history can mean paying hundreds or even thousands of dollars more on mortgages, car loans, or insurance, says SPENDonLIFE.com President Mark Henry. Late payments are not something to take lightly. Consumers should not spend money they cannot pay back."

Read the full article here.

Free Credit Report Information, Links & Resources from the Consumers Union.

Admin — Thu, 18 Nov 2004 06:09:32 -0800

The Consumers Union has some great information about the new free credit reports that are going to be available starting December 1st. Here are several links from their site to help you get many of your questions answered. If you don't already have their site bookmarked, then you might want to visit them at: http://www.consumersunion.org

	How And When Can I Get My Free Consumer Credit Report?
	How do I order?
	How long should it take and where to complain?
	What are some other rights created by the FACT Act? New rights for victims of identity theft Military Active Duty alerts Free reports from nationwide consumer specialty reporting agencies
	How do I read my consumer credit report?
	How can I fix errors?
	Can I fix my credit with "credit repair" services?
	What should I do if I become a victim of identity theft?
	What can the consumer credit reporting agencies do with my personally identifiable information?
	Do I need to buy anything in order to get my free consumer credit reports?
	What is a Credit Score? How can I get my credit score from a lender? How is my credit score calculated? How can I monitor my own credit?
	What is Credit Monitoring?

Read the full article here.

Excerpt:

"Beginning December 1, 2004 consumers living in the western U.S. will have the right to order a free copy of their consumer credit report thanks to a new federal law adopted by Congress in 2003. Consumers elsewhere in the nation will get the same right over the next year as the law is phased in across the country.

Your credit is one of your most important assets. Having good credit means you should have more options to borrow money at the lowest cost and from the best lenders. It also means that others who look at your credit to decide whether they will serve you, such as landlords, insurance companies, or even prospective employers, are less likely to turn you away or penalize you because you have poor credit.

Take the first step to find out where you stand in the credit world. Get a copy of your consumer credit report and credit score.

Your consumer credit report should contain accurate and up to date information about your credit history and behavior. Having your consumer credit report and credit score in hand and reviewing it lets you see what your creditors or those who base decisions on your credit will see. If you discover mistakes, you can have them corrected. Reviewing your consumer credit report can also alert you if someone has stolen your identity."

Answers to Some Common Questions

Admin — Mon, 15 Nov 2004 00:35:15 -0800

Here is a list of some of the most commonly asked questions regarding credit, and your credit report. You will get answers to help with Credit Issues, Bankruptcy, Credit Counseling, Credit Reports, Credit Repair and more...

Credit Report Information, Facts & Resources - Free Credit Report Information for Consumers

Admin — Fri, 12 Nov 2004 04:09:31 -0800

Your credit report a type of consumer report contains information about where you work and live and how you pay your bills. It also may show whether youve been sued or arrested or have filed for bankruptcy. Companies called consumer reporting agencies (CRAs) or credit bureaus compile and sell your credit report to businesses...

Credit Facts for Consumers

Admin — Fri, 12 Nov 2004 03:38:34 -0800

CREDIT FACTS FOR CONSUMERS

When the reinvestigation is complete, the CRA must give you the written results and a free copy of your report if the dispute results in a change.

If an item is changed or removed, the CRA ...

Getting Your Credit Report

Admin — Fri, 12 Nov 2004 03:33:38 -0800

If youve been denied credit, insurance, or employment because of information supplied by a CRA, the FCRA says the company you applied to must give you the CRAs name, address, and telephone number. If you contact the agency for a copy of your report within 60 days of receiving a denial notice, the report is free. In addition...

Credit Report Companies

Admin — Thu, 11 Nov 2004 16:50:05 -0800

Credit report companies (bureaus) are central clearinghouses for credit related information. They collect information from creditors, and sell credit reports to individuals or companies who will use it to evaluate you for credit risk, employment, insurance, licensing, or any legitimate ...

The Myth behind the Minimum Charge

Admin — Mon, 08 Nov 2004 22:21:08 -0800

There is never a minimum charge required for Visa or MasterCard and generally not for American Express. Although this is not actually stated in law, it is part of the agreement with Visa or MasterCard. According to Bankcard Holders of ...

TRW Credit Report

Admin — Mon, 08 Nov 2004 21:29:30 -0800

TRW Credit Report to Disappear

TRW Long Associated With Consumer Credit Reports, Sells Its Information Services Business.

The New Company will be named Experian

TRW TO SELL ITS INFORMATION SERVICES BUSINESS

For Release: February 9, 1996

TRW Inc. today announced ...

What is consumer credit report?

Admin — Mon, 08 Nov 2004 21:28:07 -0800

You have access to the information that lenders see in your credit report. Sometimes we hear different words used that refer to the same thing. For example, people will use the words "credit file/credit report/consumer credit report/consumer credit file/credit profile" ...

Credit Bureau Report

Admin — Mon, 08 Nov 2004 21:26:20 -0800

Sample Credit Report Request

Today's Date

Name of Credit Bureau
Mailing Address of Credit Bureau
City, State, Zip

Attention: Consumer Relations

Please send me a copy of my credit report. Enclosed is a copy of my driver's license and a ...

How to get a Free Credit Report

Admin — Mon, 08 Nov 2004 21:24:08 -0800

Did you know that you are entitled to a FREE CREDIT REPORT if you live in the United States and are in one of the following situations?

1) you were denied credit, insurance or a job; or
2) you are on welfare or unemployed and looking for work; or
3) your report is inaccurate due to fraud

Holden Lewis at BankRate.com has a great article showing you how to obtain a free credit report, and even if you don't qualify for a free one, how to get the best deal based on which state you live in. You can read the full article here.

Here is a quick summary from that article.

"You might be able to get your credit report free or pay $9 or something in between.

The cost depends on why you're asking for your credit report, where you live, and whether you order by phone, online or mail.

If a company denies you credit, insurance or a job because of something in your credit report, that company has to tell you which credit bureau provided the information. You are entitled to a free credit report from that bureau within 60 days of being turned down.

You can request your free credit report by phone or mail, and just must mention that you were denied credit, insurance or a job. The credit bureau will check to see if it indeed provided information to the creditor, insurance company or employer that turned you down. Because bureaus are not notified when you are denied, they have to take your word for it.

You also are entitled to a free credit report if you are on welfare, are unemployed and plan to look for a job soon, or your credit report is inaccurate due to fraud -- in other words, because someone stole your identity.

Six states entitle residents to one free credit report every year from each of the three major credit bureaus.

In other states, things get a little more complicated, so read on.

In most states (see table below), you have to pay $9. A fancier version, which includes your credit score and explanations on how it was obtained, cost a few dollars more.

A few states, including California, have capped the amount less than that as long as you order by phone or by mail.

But, if you order a report online, you generally have to pay $9, no matter where you live and what your circumstances."

The first step to fixing your credit is knowing where you stand with your credit. So be sure to get a copy and begin to develp a game plan. This will help you greatly in improving your credit score!

Equifax Credit Report

Admin — Mon, 08 Nov 2004 21:22:53 -0800

An Equifax credit report is a picture of how you, as an individual, have paid back the companies from whom you borrowed money and/ or how you have met other financial obligations. Your Equifax credit report, sometimes referred to as ...

Credit Factor conducted its own research and found that 21.7% of respondents use credit monitoring service

Admin — Mon, 08 Nov 2004 21:19:18 -0800

Credit Factor conducted a new study in credit report industry to find out how popular credit monitoring is. Credit monitoring is a service which allows the consumer to track changes in his/her credit report. The respondents have been offered to ...

What is an acceptable debt-to-income ratio?

Admin — Mon, 08 Nov 2004 21:17:19 -0800

Generally, the lower your debt-to-income ratio, the better is your financial condition. A recommended debt-to-income ratio is under 15 percent. A ratio of 20 percent or higher signals a need to control credit and to begin a plan for regaining ...

Credit reports from three credit bureau

Admin — Mon, 08 Nov 2004 21:10:42 -0800

The cost of your credit report from the credit bureaus will usually cost you less than $10.00 per credit report.

If you would like your credit score it will cost you up to $15.00 per report.

You will have to ...

Five Reasons to Check Your Credit Report Regularly

Admin — Mon, 08 Nov 2004 21:08:21 -0800

Inaccuracies & Mixed Credit Files

Many inaccuracies on a credit report can be the result of simple human error, and are therefore are not difficult to dispute. Of course, if you don't order your credit report, you might never know ...

Credit Issues - the overlooked fallacies of credit reports

Admin — Mon, 08 Nov 2004 21:07:13 -0800

Credit reports are to an extent a secret dossier of a person that may have a significant impact upon their life. Almost everything that we do financially is reported, collected, and stored in each persons credit profile. What we do ...

Credit Score Interpretation

Admin — Mon, 08 Nov 2004 20:23:04 -0800

Above 730: Excellent credit

700 - 729: Good credit

670 - 699: Creditors will want to take a closer look at your file but overall you project an average risk.

585 - 669: You are a higher risk. This means ...