The worst has happened--you've gotten served papers for debt. But don't despair. Here are seven steps to defend yourself against a debt collection lawsuit.

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As a public service, the staff of Credit.com provides this version of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), prepared by the Federal Trade Commission.

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Can checking your credit score hurt it? Generally, no. Learn about the different methods available to check your score without negatively impacting it.

Scam Everlasting? After 25 Years, Debunked Faith Healer Still Preaching Debt ReliefIf you've ever channel surfed late into the night, you've probably seen Peter Popoff. He's a televangelist who looks ...

The key to financial stability is the ability to maintain a proper budget every month. We recently conducted a survey and found that 27% of Americans believe they don’t need a budget. If you’re like ...

Lexington Law Firm has over two decades of experience assisting people with their credit needs. If you've noticed an inaccurate blemish on your credit report, you may be wondering about the pros and ...

If you have credit card debt, you know that at some point you'll pay it off. But how long will it take? It all depends on your repayment plan.

We explain what to do if you find a hard inquiry on your credit report you don't recognize and how to fix your credit.

Falling behind on your debt can be frightening. You may wonder if the creditor will come for your property or sue you. Sometimes, you don’t even realize you owe a debt before a credit collection ...