Update, Sept. 23, 2022: The thee major credit bureaus have now extended free weekly credit reports through 2023. Original article: The three major credit bureaus, Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion ...

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The three major credit bureaus—Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion—agreed to extend weekly, free credit reports through 2023, according to a joint announcement today from the companies. The step comes a ...

ACA International, an association of credit and collection professionals, filed a federal lawsuit against Colorado on Nov. 5 ...

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As a small business owner, you understand how important it is to receive payment for the services or products provided by your business. If a debtor fails to pay, it may hinder your ability to make ...