Watchdog comes down hard on U.S. due to mortgage fraud response
When the subprime mortgage crisis exploded in 2007 and helped to spark the nation’s most recent recession, lawmakers, experts and […]
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CFPB tries to secure free credit scores for consumers
The federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) serves as a consumer-friendly watchdog with its eyes on the financial industry. According
Thinking about business-related debt loads
The entrepreneurial spirit has long been praised throughout American history. Ours is a society which prides itself on invention, innovation
Sharp uptick in consumer debt is more frightening than fun
Earlier this month, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York released data about the amount of debt that Americans are
Debt Collectors Calling? Why You Should Always Answer Your Phone.
The natural response to a phone call from a debt collector is to ignore it. After all, that’s what voice
Homeowners in trouble are filing more and more lender complaints
The nation’s largest banks have been under fire for several years now due to shady, unethical and even illegal lending
When your loved one is in debt at the time of his or her death
When a loved one dies, the emotional toll that this loss can take on you can understandably leave you feeling
Affordable Care Act will not eliminate overwhelming medical debt
A great deal of controversy surrounded the creation of the Affordable Care Act. This piece of legislation, also known as
Holiday spending, leftover holiday debt and you
It is the end of January. As a result, you are probably receiving bills associated with holiday spending in your
Credit Tips From The National Association of Consumer Advocates
The National Association of Consumer Advocates has written a five-step guide to improving your credit score. The guide rather useful, in particular