Credit Scores & Reporting

How credit scoring works and how credit reporting agencies calculate your score. FICO vs VantageScore, scoring factors, and tips to improve your credit.

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Consumers are protected by several federal laws when dealing with credit reporting issues related to credit education:

You may file complaints with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) or the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).

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