Monthly Archives: June 2010

What if I financed products so the financer would report to the credit bureaus, but they never reported?

Chris asked: Twice I used this particular retailer for larger household items because of their finance options. They are NOT a rent-to-own financier, and the finance contracts I had with them state that they do report good and bad to … Continue reading

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Are credit bureaus in cahoots with credit card companies?

inTHEgaddadavida asked: It seems like the credit bureaus are just the hired muscle of credit card companies because: They give a better score for people who have a lot of open credit accounts and They make life miserable for those … Continue reading

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How do I enure I have a credit file with all 3 major credit bureaus?

Claudia P asked: I had a lender run my credit, they say only 1 credit bureau has a score on me. I don’t have a credit file with the other 2 major credit bureaus. Can someone guide me as to … Continue reading

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Any way to acquire a free credit report from each of the major credit bureaus?

ricarda asked: I heard on CNN Headline News that you can obtain one free credit report per year from each of the 4 major credit bureaus. Does anyone know the names of each credit bureau, the number to call (or … Continue reading

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