Author: Hamid Tavakoli

 

The Fair Credit Reporting Act, more commonly referred to as the FCRA, is the federal statute that was enacted to protect consumer rights in the credit reporting industry.  This law is a consumer minded statute that ensures accuracy and fairness in reporting and dissemination of your financial information.  The FCRA specifically outlines consumer rights but also sets guidelines for creditors, lenders and consumer reporting agencies.

24 March, 2018

As a responsible consumer trying to build your credit, you apply for a credit card with a low finance rate and you plan to pay off the balance in full every month.  After all, one of the first rules of thumb for building your credit is to have a positive credit history.  The only problem is, you cannot seem to get approved for a credit card that is desirable.  Let’s consider the reasons why.

13 March, 2018

You have probably noticed an abundance of “pre-approved” credit card offers in your mailbox, even more so during the Holiday season. But, what does this mean? Are you really approved? Can you just start using the card? Should you start using the card?

Here we bring you an easy explanation as to why you get this offers and how to best approach them.

01 March, 2018

 

When preparing yourself for a job interview, you need to do more than just freshen up on your interviewing skills.  Most employers today want to do more than just speak with you in an interview or read your resume.  They want to conduct a thorough background check and take a look into your credit report and history.  Reviewing your report prior to the interview to make sure it is in tip top shape is the first way to secure the job but knowing your rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (“FCRA”) will ensure the employer does not violate your rights and take advantage of your naivete.

13 February, 2018
 

Employment background check cases are on the rise.  The Fair Credit Reporting Act (“FCRA”) is doing its job and protecting consumers nationwide from the improper handling of consumer reports during the employment application process. Consumers should be aware of their rights and protect themselves from misconduct of employers.

07 February, 2018

When applying for a credit card it seems fairly obvious that you cannot get approved with a poor credit history.  However, consumers with a good credit score are denied for a variety of other reasons.  Here are seven of the top reasons credit card companies may deny your application.

26 January, 2018

You have the ability to Opt Out of the unsolicited credit card offers you receive in the mail or over the phone. If it seems like your mail box is over-flowing with offers of pre-approved credit, you probably resent the excess mail and worry about someone stealing the information. If you would like to put a stop to all the offers, keep reading.

14 January, 2018
As we have discussed before in a previous post about credit restoration,see my credit ratingIt considers both positive and negative information compiled on you and is the driving force behind what type of credit you are granted.  Consumers nationwide have a hard time understanding the basic principles of a credit score and as a result believe the myths that are circulating. Below is a list of five common credit score myths with an explanation of the real facts to set you on the straight and narrow.
07 January, 2018

You would have probably heard the term “credit restoration” at least once in your life. And, if you are one of the millions of Americans with a bad/poor credit score, we are sure you must be wondering if credit restoration would work for you. Here are a few myths that are busted about credit restoration.

03 January, 2018
 

If you are looking for a perfect Credit Repair company to restore your credit, then you need to know about the company very well. Firstly, remember that the top Credit Repair Companies will act as your financial coach, rather just being your service provider. The Credit Repair Companies like us will set you up for success by thoroughly understanding the credit status and guiding you through the entire process. Following are the list of questions to ask your Credit Repair Company before hiring their services.

27 December, 2017

An Inquiry is created when your credit report  is accessed by a business. With that being said. have you heard of Hard Inquiries? Soft Inquiries?

You may have heard that a hard inquiry can hurt your credit score. But you may not be sure what that means — what is a hard inquiry anyway? Hard inquiries are created when you apply for credit. They can potentially drop your credit scores, which can result in higher interest rates when you borrow. On large loan, like those for a car or home, a drop of even a few points can mean a higher interest rate. And that may mean you’ll pay more over the life of the loan.

18 December, 2017

Are you wondering how to effectively improve your credit score? Do you have no idea where to even begin? Here you will learn the basics on how to set up your credit with the right mix. 

It is very important to have open credit lines in order to establish a positive credit score. If you currently have a credit score of “N/A” or are missing scores on one or more of the three credit bureaus
04 December, 2017

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04 October, 2013

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04 October, 2013