Minnesota Commerce Commissioner Mike Rothman is urging consumers to be aware of the steps they can take to protect their ...

But that has changed. You are entitled to a free credit report every week from each of the three major consumer credit reporting companies: Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. You can request and ...

Do you know the difference between 550 and 780? Yes, they’re 230 digits apart, but they’re also examples of bad and good ...

Freezing your credit won't protect you from all scams. But it does keep cybercriminals from opening accounts in your name.

Another day, another data breach. While breaches are now commonplace, don’t write them off with a shrug and a, “What can you do, right?” That’s exactly what hackers are hoping for. In addition to ...

To maintain a high credit score i.e., above 700, you should clear your credit card bills and loan repayments on time.

Our last column only focused a portion of the word count to Equifax and we’ve learned a lot since then. I’ve a lot to cover so let’s talk about what Equifax is. Equifax is one of ...

Learn what a credit score is, how it's calculated, the different score ranges, and why it matters to get the best rates on ...

Using a secured credit card responsibly now can help you build credit and qualify for a more rewarding card later.

The Perpay Credit Card doesn’t require a security deposit, but it does charge pricey service fees. Plus, you'll have to link ...

There are plenty of things that people don’t realize can damage their credit score, from reserving a rental car to canceling ...

An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link Your credit score plays a pivotal role in your financial life, affecting everything from applying for an apartment lease to buying a house or ...