Credit reports and scores common issues

What can I do if my credit application was denied because of my credit report?

I do not want creditors to report my accounts to credit reporting companies. What can I do?

I don't recognize the name of a creditor listed on my credit report. Should I dispute this listing?

How can I tell a credit repair scam from a reputable credit counselor?

Could I be turned down for a job because of something in my credit report?

Some of my debts are listed multiple times on my credit report. What should I do?

I'm in the military. Can exercising my rights under the SCRA hurt my credit score or can my lender or creditor close my account or reduce my credit?

As an active-duty member of the military, can I get a truly free credit score for me or my spouse?

I was an authorized user on my deceased relative’s credit card account. Am I liable to repay the debt?

I'm in the military. Can a debt collector have my security clearance revoked if I fall behind on paying my debt?

Does late rent affect my credit score?

Will it hurt my credit if my bank or credit union closed my checking account?

When I apply for a job, what do employers see when they do a credit check for employment and a background check?

How long does a bankruptcy appear on credit reports?

I got my free credit reports, but they do not include my credit scores. Can I get my credit score for free too?