Hard vs. soft credit inquiry — what's the difference and how does it affect your credit?

Credit inquiries fall into two categories: soft credit checks and hard credit checks. They're triggered by different events ...
Consumer Reports

Credit Report Error Complaints Surge. Here’s Why You Should Check Yours.

After the shock of losing her job, Lisa Hill-Green of Richmond, Va., struggled to pay her bills. In an effort to bring down her costs, she went to her mortgage lender for a loan modification. But then ...
CNBC

What is a thin credit file and how do you improve it?

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