A bad credit score can cost you a mortgage, credit card or even a job. Learn what is considered to be a bad credit score and see where your credit stands.

Wondering if your old debt has an expiration date? There are limits on how long creditors can pursue debt. Learn about the statute of limitations.

How Do I Fix My Credit After Divorce? How you fix your credit after divorce depends on what you need to address. If your credit is going south because of joint accounts not being handled appropriately ...

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.

A judgment is a painful court order to pay a debt, and can arise from a lawsuit, a divorce, business dispute or an array of other possibilities. Judgments are public record. They will appear on your ...

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.

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.

How much should you spend on your office holiday party? And if you're budget-conscious, how can you cut costs without skimping (too much)?

When you send money to friends and family on Venmo, do you pay anything extra? Find out what you need to know about Venmo fees. Find out what happens when your unemployment benefits are exhausted and ...

If your phone is ringing off the hook with calls from debt collectors, it's not likely that you feel in control of the situation. But letting yourself feel scared or intimidated isn't a good option, ...

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

When you're trying to find the best mortgage rate, it's a good idea to shop around. But you don't want to harm your credit in the process.