In a move that could have significant implications for consumers and the credit reporting industry, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has taken legal action against Experian, one of the ...

Discover how credit scores and credit reports differ, why each is important, and how they impact your financial life.

Having a good credit score can really make a difference in your family’s budget. For example, the higher your score, the less interest you’ll pay on a loan. Monday, the Consumer Financial Protection ...

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has filed a federal lawsuit alleging that Experian's responses to borrower complaints about accuracy violate the Fair Credit Reporting Act. In the lawsuit ...

CLEVELAND — With news of a hacking group saying they’ve stolen most, if not all, of American’s Social Security numbers, people online are saying everyone should freeze their credit report. A blog post ...

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is suing Experian, claiming the nationwide consumer reporting agency is unlawfully failing to properly investigate consumer disputes. According to a ...

When you’re applying for a loan, credit card or lease, knowing the difference between your credit score and credit report can give you some insight into how your lender or landlord views you from a ...

Deleting your Experian account removes access to features like credit monitoring, FICO Score updates and identity theft protection, but your credit report and score remain intact. You can cancel your ...

Trying to raise your credit score without taking on new debt or applying for another credit card? You’re not alone — and chances are, you’ve heard of Experian Boost. But does Experian Boost work, ...