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• Credit Help May Be Needed If You're Conducting Hard Inquiries Into Your Score Often

• Fixing Credit: Four Ways to Help Military Families Improve Their Finances

• 5 Credit Fixes that May Solve Financial Issues at Home

• Credit Scores Can Take Nosedive If Divorcees Accrue Much Excess Debt

• 5 Ways Examining your Credit Report can Lead to a Better Credit Standing

• Why Retirees Should Ensure Clean Credit Standing, Even Late in Life

• How to tell if you're a victim of identity theft

• How to avoid debt and stretch your dollar further, after cleaning credit

• Changes to Social Security for 2013

• Why Credit Repair Matters for Service Members

• Should IRS Issues Arise, Credit Repair May Be Best

• How a Credit Fix can Help Divorcees Purchase Homes

• What Qualifies as a Good Credit Score for Service Members?

• Before Deployment, Fixing Credit and Balancing Household Budget is a Must for Military Members

• How Credit Reporting Agencies Can Help Graduates

• Credit Repair, Taxes and Budgeting: A Big Season Ahead for Graduates

• How Military Members Can Improve Credit Score After Service

• How to Split Assets Prior to Finalizing a Divorce

• After Fixing Credit, Divorcees May Want to Move to These Affordable Areas

• Students, Know The Ins and Outs of Credit Before Trying to Fix It

• Avoiding Annual Fees on New Credit Cards

• The Financial Life of a Post-Grad: Securing Jobs, Credit Repair, Organizing Finances

• Get Your Credit in Gear to Afford Dream Car After School

• Military Members Should Know What Makes Up a Credit Score

• The Numerous Credit Issues Students Can Face

• Improve Your Credit Score By Eliminating or Consolidating Medical Debt

• How to Rebuild Credit After Divorce

• Divorce Means You're Leaving Your Spouse, Not Lenders

• Credit Restoration, Savings and Smart Spending: Finance Tips For New Parents

• Fix credit when after mismanaged debt load

• Credit help ahead of any major money decision

• Consumers once again borrowed more in November

• Credit scores may differ for lenders and consumers

• Credit defaults increased in October

• Will merchants begin imposing credit card fees?

• Lenders may take a look at changing collections methods

• Consumers can take several actions to boost their credit standing entering 2013

• Consumer spending drops as year winds down

• As fiscal cliff looms, consumer confidence slips in December

• Avoid credit trouble by saving on purchases every month

• First three quarters of 2012 see consumers take on more credit

• Bank foray into hybrid cards proves unfruitful

• Consumers experience bump in credit default levels in November

• Women more receptive to credit help than men

• Smartphone popularity growth for consumer payments likely to continue to grow

• Online spending increases markedly during holidays

• Shoppers worry about debt issues, plan to curb spending

• New credit scores making more borrowers creditworthy

• Avoiding credit card fraud in the holiday season

• Holiday credit card debt looming for millions

• Credit card delinquency and debt both rise

• Bank of America launches its own mobile platform

• Debt a significant problem for newly-married couples

• Consumers placing more emphasis on credit card security

• New credit card could fundamentally change industry

• FTC cracks down on credit card debt scam

• Fewer credit card agreements between lenders and colleges

• Mortgage borrowers now more creditworthy

• Credit complaints now under CFPB's purview

• Consumers slash instances of late credit card payments

• Study: Parents set financial examples for kids

• Experts see rising debt as positive for economy

• Consumer credit health expected to improve slightly in next six months

• Consumers now more conscious of keeping tabs on credit

• Banks trying to entice wealthy, creditworthy homebuyers

• Is more government control of swipe fees needed?

• Despite struggles, housing market showing signs of improvement

• CFPB asked to eliminate proposed mortgage rules

• Credit card use, other borrowing grew again in August

• Introductory rates are making a comeback

• Retail group receives clearance to fight swipe fee agreement in court

• Experts concerned over college students' credit card habits

• CFPB updates Congress on clearer lending progress

• Consumers still struggling with lower credit scores

• Many Americans still concerned with debt, credit cards

• Discover hit with massive fine over credit card marketing

• Consumers' credit card debt fell in troubled states, rose overall

• Credit card companies ditching protection plans

• Report uncovers differences between rewards cards

• Consumers taking on more debt across several categories

• Credit card defaults hit all-time low

• EMV adoption coming from smaller banks

• Credit card fraud on the rise nationwide

• Isis ready for September rollout

• Consumers once again more satisfied with credit cards

• Smaller institutions now getting more active in credit card lending

• Credit card revolution about more than just new payment methods

• More changes come to mobile payments industry

• More credit card payments coming in on time

• Could new credit card settlement change rewards cards?

• Merchants still upset over card processing settlement

• Small businesses fastest to adopt mobile payments

• Apple files possible new mobile wallet patent

• Senators seek medical debt reporting overhaul from CFPB

• Banker group pushes for loose regulation of prepaid cards

• New credit card technology would reduce fraud

• Rewards cards found to benefit consumers of all backgrounds

• New 'smart' credit card can handle info for several accounts

• Private student loans can cause significant problems for borrowers

• Small businesses facing swipe fee charge dilemma

• Conservative lending standards a boon for credit card issuers

• Mobile wallet industry continues to develop

• How will the changing credit ecosystem affect payments?

• American Express to begin issuing more secure credit cards

• Credit cards for college kids becoming more of a focus

• Banks' credit downgrade could cost consumers

• JPMorgan rolling out mobile wallet-capable payment terminals

• Credit card standards continue to loosen

• CFPB faces lawsuit from small bank

• Are credit standards loosening for subprime borrowers?

• Federal Reserve says lending still too tight

• CFPB issues more guidance on mortgage servicing for servicemembers

• Credit card charge offs increased in April

• Study determines which rewards cards are most beneficial

• Consumers continue to reduce their late credit card payments

• Citi will broaden rewards programs by year's end

• Apple reveals potential for mobile payments system

• Top six ways to get a good credit score

• Consumers, businesses not yet prepared for full mobile wallet adoption

• Americans have significantly changed their attitudes toward debt

• Credit and debit are now tops for some payments

• When will mobile payments surpass traditional card use?

• Credit card use fell again in April

• More retailers issuing credit cards that carry rewards and perks

• Banking group head advocates for better credit card rules

• Credit card spending could be restrained in coming months

• Credit card debt keeps falling

• Travel rewards becoming a bigger concern

• Theft of child identities continues to cause issues

• New York Fed finds credit card debt shrinking, student loans growing

• Consumers hoping to use rewards for summer travel

• Consumers slashing credit card balances since recession

• Consumers reversed trend of missed payments, opened more accounts

• Banks could push for more business purchases on personal cards

• Some worry over spending on mobile wallets

• Rewards credit cards remain extremely popular

• Charge offs increased for major lenders in April

• Mobile wallets the wave of the future in credit card payments

• CFPB still working toward simpler credit card disclosures

• Consumers may spend more when making contactless payments

• Mobile credit card options a major focal point for developers

• Consumer credit card defaults may start rising again

• Credit card borrowing expected to increase significantly in next five years

• Consumer credit card use spiked in March

• Report finds more people approaching perfect credit scores

• Americans happy with credit card experiences

• Lenders beefing up technology to cut fraud risk

• Americans spending less on their cards could change processing

• Credit card industry still debating over payment technology

• Consumers still slow to forgive credit card companies

• Some now criticize CFPB student loan comparison tool

• Credit card transactions increased considerably last year

• Study finds new laws haven't prevented marketing cards to college kids

• Report: Default rates for consumer credit fall in March

• Women struggle more often with credit card debt

• CFPB to tackle discriminatory lending practices

• Most college students have, mismanage credit cards

• More borrowers staying current on credit cards despite uptick in defaults

• More credit card lenders turning to social media

• More lenders pushing prepaid cards for college students

• Consumers putting auto loans ahead of credit cards, mortgages

• More companies vying for mobile purchasing domination

• The shape of credit cards to come

• Sony introduces new phone to be used as mobile wallet

• Company develops battery with credit card-related applications

• Capital One sees charge offs slip in February

• CFPB won't target credit card sign-up fees

• Consumers turning away from credit and debit

• High-tech iPhone case can serve as digital wallet

• Credit card debt expected to grow this year

• Credit card transactions increase appreciably in February

• PayPal developing its own mobile card reader

• Authorities probing robo-signing on credit card accounts

• Consumers engaging in riskier borrowing behavior

• Indicators good for mobile wallet adoption

• PayPal card reader will accept all major credit brands

• Major lenders see delinquency and default drop

• Merchants say credit card swipe fees too high

• Consumers using credit cards more often as gas prices rise

• Consumers say credit card rates still a source of trouble

• Experts wonder about mobile payment regulations

• Young Americans struggling with debt

• CFPB forwarding consumer comments to FTC

• PayPal mobile readers seen as boon for businesses, consumers

• iOS a popular platform for mobile credit card processing

• Consumers borrow more, but not on their credit cards

• Experts warn students over credit card risks

• Credit card lenders turning to social media for younger customers

• Discover sees higher profits as credit conditions improve

• Cordray says CFPB can win over critics

• Student loans may still be giving borrowers bad credit

• Apple gets more patents for iWallet

• Some may be slow to adopt even top-notch rewards offers

• Mobile wallet changes won't come until incentives do as well

• Consumers taking on credit card debt to cover rising prices

• Loan delinquencies expected to drop

• Consumers' borrowing habits have changed drastically

• Credit card issuers continue to broaden lending standards

• U.S. Bank unveils new EMV card for businesses

• Consumers paying down credit cards before mortgages?

• Credit card tips for 2012

• Lenders still finding ways to offer credit cards to young adults

• Consumers faced fewer delinquencies this year

• CFPB tackling overdraft fees

• Many will use tax returns to pay down debt

• Card transaction value surged in 2011

• Experts say mobile wallet adoption inevitable

• Card issuers keep sweetening introductory offers for top borrowers

• Credit card fraud still a major problem

• Millions of consumers considered underbanked

• Boku launches new mobile payment platform

• Lenders still not issuing credit cards to college students

• American Express under fire for late fees

• Top-rated consumers seeing surge of offers

• New-home sales elevate for third-straight month

• Personal income up slightly in November

• Consumers spent more on credit cards during holiday season

• Consumer spending expected to remain slow in 2012

• Are consumers paying fees to pay by credit card?

• Experts urge attention to holiday debts

• Loan delinquencies on the decline

• Some with bad credit being offered new cards with a catch

• Consumer credit rose again in November

• More consumers turning to store debit instead of credit

• New kind of credit report looks at more payment types

• Consumers borrowing more, defaulting less

• New York Fed president urges home loan balance reductions

• More consumers springing for credit card security features

• Supreme Court ruling means some borrowers can't go to court

• New credit card designed to reduce fraud risk

• CFPB expands efforts to educate students about loans

• Lenders expect suits over CFPB head's appointment

• Experts see return to seasonal credit card trends as positive

• JPMorgan halts collections suits

• Banks sweetening credit card offers for linking accounts

• Virtual credit card may be next big payment option

• Consumer Protection Bureau Expands Focus

• Home values losses in 2011 projected at nearly $700 billion

• Keep an eye on credit protections

• States pass laws restricting credit report use in hiring

• Report indicates identity theft affects millions, costs billions

• Citi allows users to link rewards with Facebook accounts

• Lenders sending out more offers to subprime Americans

• Consumers' financial security on the mend

• Consumers may be returning to bad credit card habits

• Lenders pushing less expensive credit cards

• Consumer credit surges on student and auto loans

• American Express stepping up card issuing

• White House launching new foreclosure assistance plan

• Bernanke speech highlights issues with tight lending

• Visa surpasses 1 million EMV cards

• American Express increases rewards for some borrowers

• Treasury Secretary says financial reform working

• More lenders now using social media

• Citi retools iPad app

• MasterCard-branded plastic getting more use

• Lenders worry about effects of heavier regulation

• Global card demand expected to spike this year

• Digital payments edge closer with more smartphone apps

• Credit cards top BBB complaint list

• Visa launches more mobile services for consumers

• Credit card rates still high?

• Emergency savings nonexistent for many families

• Visa profits jump on more card use

• Affluent consumers spend more than their share on cards

• NJ bill would restrict use of credit reports for hiring

• Consumer Financial Protection Bureau will lean on tech

• Report: Electric vehicle purchases to represent 5 percent of U.S. sales by 2017

• Four in 10 consumers avoided holiday shopping due to financial strain

• CFPB details consumers' biggest credit card complaints

• Consumers hearing less negative news about the economy

• Most Americans confident about future financial situation

• Mortgage delinquencies to rise this quarter, then diminish

• More than half of Americans would stop using debit card if charged fee

• Condo, apartment market showing gradual improvement

• Garden State residents with highest average mortgage down payments

• Household wealth falls to lowest levels since end of 2008

• CFPB offers credit card shopping tips

• Credit recommendations college students should remember

• Credit standards still tight for homebuilders

• Paying rent on time rarely contributes to credit score, but that may change

• More consumers using credit for buying

• Pending home sales jumped during Q4 2011

• Transaction prices for new vehicles rising

• Customer satisfaction improves when buying new car

• Black Friday sales boosted by early openings

• Cyber Monday 2011 largest online buying day in history

• Subprime auto loans rise in third quarter

• Consumer debt falls

• Massachusetts bans auto insurers from using credit for underwriting

• Study characterizes consumers based on buying behavior

• Sales swift on Black Friday

• Consumer confidence is on the rise

• Maintaining positive credit during the holiday season

• New year ideal time for used-car buying

• Credit knowledge important for homebuyers

• Consumers optimistic about future finances

• Consumer Spending Index diminishes in November

• More people looking to friends, family members for loans

• Credit predictions for 2012

• Mortgage, credit defaults rise in November

• Average credit card debt in November falls nationwide

• Real estate expert: Obtaining low-interest loan no easy task

• Consumers' financial circumstances continue to suffer

• Report: Consumer protections insufficient for mobile payments

• Americans' fiscal IQ lacking

• Auto delinquencies to remain low in 2012

• Customer satisfaction on the rise among smaller banks, credit unions

• Survey: Quality most crucial component of car buying

• Majority of lenders say loan process takes longer to complete

• Americans cutting back on non-essential purchases

• CFPB looks to make credit card agreements less complex

• Getting loan for rental unit often strenuous

• Existing-home sales in November increase

• Consumers more likely to share positive customer service experiences

• Builder confidence rises to highest level since May

• Slight rise in October new-home sales

• Consumers' personal incomes, savings rise in October

• Bank credit card lending grows, while home equity loans fall

• E-commerce spending takes off in November

• Lost credit card claims rise 19 percent at end of 2010

• Car sales in October viewed as robust

• Common misconceptions about credit

• Halloween spending to total nearly $7 billion

• Housing market issues preventing many from moving

• Unfair treatment by credit card companies down, survey suggests

• Remodeling work down among builders

• Credit scoring may be waived by some insurers in Nevada

• People who know defaulters bullish about homeownership, not economy

• Banks may charge new fees, encourage credit card use

• Home prices down nationwide

• Consumers' pessimism continues for fifth-straight month

• Fewer Americans to feel jolly this holiday

• Financial security continues to slide

• Employers often hire year round

• Your credit report can determine if you get hired

• NAHB chairman implores Congress to restore higher mortgage limits

• Credit card delinquency rises for first time in two years

• Credit changes that have taken place in 2011

• Holiday shopping tips to help keep spending low

• Builder sentiment jumps for second-straight month

• Consumers often unaware of credit card rewards benefits

• Few say they have more to be thankful for this year

• Just 3 percent would continue using debit card if fees were charged

• Study links credit scores with personalities

• Alaska has highest credit card debt, report indicates

• Some consumers to spend as much or more than last year on holiday shopping

• Mortgage rejection doesn't need to be the final step

• Auto delinquencies fall for eighth-consecutive quarter

• Economists: Home sales not significant enough to trigger growth

• Poll indicates people will reduce spending this holiday shopping season

• Check your credit when taking out a mortgage

• Worker confidence rising marginally

• Nearly 40 percent reduced debt after refinancing

• Mortgage delinquencies rise for first time in two years

• Rent disagreements could now lead to credit mistakes

• Borrowing jumps more than $7 billion in September

• Poll: Consumers spend four hours per day worried about debt

• Home sales rise as prices fall in third quarter

• Just 7 percent will spend more on holiday gifts this year

• Confidence low for retirement-home developers

• Report: Restrictive lending tamed home buying activity in 2011

• Cost a concern for Thanksgiving hosts

• Consumers expect to find deals on Black Friday

• Bill would limit interest rates on credit cards, loans

• Consumer sentiment low despite improving employment picture

• Maintaining monthly expenses Americans' top financial concern

• Consumers gravitate toward solving smaller debts first

• HARP undergoes changes to help homeowners refinance

• Halloween an ideal time to find discounts on cars

• Most consumers plan to spend at least $500 for holidays

• Mortgage lenders dealing with a backlog of applications

• Consumers to spend more than $700 each for holidays

• Credit card companies often estimate consumers' earnings, financial experts say

• Many couples using registries to raise home down payments

• Improper judgement clouds homeowner's credit report

• New-home sales increase 6 percent

• Consumers not allowing economy to deter spending for holidays

• Cost of attending college rises again

• Employment sentiment continues to dwindle

• Consumer confidence plummets in October

• Government looks to make financing education easier

• How to obtain a credit card without a financial history

• Few have saved for retirement throughout life

• NAHB: Presidential hopefuls, administration need to put greater focus on housing

• More consumers shopping online

• Tight loan conditions restrain home sales

• Hidden fees drive many to close bank accounts

• Many seeking second job to help pay for holidays

• Consumers more optimistic about their financial security

• Consumer spending falls to lowest level in two years

• Analysts expect improvements in credit card payments to slow

• Builder confidence up four points

• Foreclosure activity picks up in third quarter

• Consumer borrowing plummets in August

• Auto loans increasing significantly

• Consumers confused about credit score factors

• Lenders looking deeper at credit reports

• Americans viewing debt in a negative light

• Mortgage lenders rejecting more applications

• Wisconsin city residents have highest credit scores nationwide

• Few consumers expect to increase holiday spending

• Consumers looking to spread out holiday shopping

• Many consumers continue to report poor financial situations

• Most believe their paycheck totals are accurate

• Auto lending increasing to prime car buyers

• Mismatched skills most common reason for failed hires

• Financial issues driving many families to double, triple up

• Economists propose debt 'haircut'

• Personal income levels dip

• Loan delinquencies rise in second quarter

• Many home buyers turning to family mortgages

• Many would hide financial issues from spouses

• Mortgage applications remain low despite record rates

• Massachusetts insurance agents look to ban use of credit scores in insurance

• Record low mortgage rates can be difficult to obtain

• Consumer spending, earnings dropped last year

• Car purchasing tips for first-time buyers

• Credit history improvement tips for job seekers

• Consumer comfort index falls

• Nearly 70 percent believe economy is still in recession

• Consumer confidence unchanged

• Sources consumers use for unplanned expenses

• Approximately 40 percent cut back on spending in September

• Heightened lending standards, poor credit prevented 2.3 million from refinancing

• Many long for home ownership, but obstacles stand in the way

• Debts should be paid off quickly, not over time

• Late payments down in August

• Few say they owe more money than last year

• Majority feel economy won't improve over next year

• Restrictions make borrowing difficult for many

• Economy to expand marginally

• Credit scores shift during recession

• Credit card debt down 18 percent

• Bank card defaults down in August

• Home inspection critical before buying an inexpensive property

• Nearly half say they're less financially secure

• Consumer hotline errors preventing some complaints from reaching banks

• Consumer debt totals rise for tenth straight month

• CFOs expect to hire more in fourth quarter

• Credit improvement myths

• Consumers' credit card debt falls in July

• One-third don't save for Christmas

• Net job growth zero in August

• Creditors seeking payment from next of kin

• Tips for recognizing loan scams

• Credit card usage tips

• Poll: Paying off debt more important than saving

• Consumers plan to tighten spending for Christmas

• Credit tips that defy common sense

• Experts advise caution with 'piggybacking' practice

• Consumer sentiment rises in September

• Employers spend limited time reviewing individual resumes

• Experts: Economic forecast bleak, but another recession unlikely

• Foreclosures account for nearly one-third of total home sales in Q2

• Debt levels, delinquent borrowers fall in second quarter

• Spending, earnings rise in July

• Americans increasingly adopting changes to curb debt

• Billions lost annually due to waste, fees

• House hunters taking more conservative approach to financing

• Financial woes affect sleep for women

• Consumer spending rises in July

• Nearly 70 percent of business owners don't plan on hiring

• Short sales, foreclosures have equal impact on credit scores

• Late-night shifts take toll on workers' health, survey suggests

• What renters can do to improve their standing if credit is bad

• Positive developments in Florida's housing market

• Every swipe comes with a fee

• Freddie Mac says economy's in 'rough patch'

• Rewards cards viewed as punishment by some small businessowners

• Poll: 83 percent willing to help their financially-distressed neighbors

• Credit score improvement tips

• Auto loan delinquencies fall for seventh straight quarter

• Fannie Mae projects further weakened economy, housing market

• Credit card delinquency rate falls again

• Report: Bank card default rate dropped in July

• New York Fed: Consumer credit markets healing

• Credit card customer satisfaction rose in 2011

• FHA loan applications decline in July

• Report: Credit unions put less 'squeeze' on consumers than banks

• Commerce department releases home vacancy rates for second quarter

• Debt, credit among consumers primary complaints

• Poll: Economy increasing families' anxiety

• Rate of hiring slowed in July

• Poll of employers: Workers' performance level suffers in summer

• Residential mortgage originations drop

• Unemployment rate falls, economy adds jobs

• Consumer credit resolving faster than expected

• More than half of job hunters finding new employment

• Insurance institute details how credit affects students

• Poll: Consumers stressed about personal debt

• Income levels rise moderately

• Survey: Consumers have more disposable income

• Three recommendations that can help consumers improve their score

• Sentiment falls to lowest ebb since December 2009

• Millenials' life decisions held up by joblessness

• Down economy here to stay

• What isn't listed on a credit report

• Federal loans to be cut for graduate students

• Credit companies increasing rewards offers

• How to get a stellar credit score

• FICO fields credit questions

• Gift card use rises in second quarter

• Mortgage defaults decline in June

• Job postings discouraging long-term unemployed applicants

• Baby boomers fulfilling their carbuying wishes, study finds

• Financial advisors urge consumers not to panic as debt-ceiling debate rages on

• Major websites now accepting non-credit payment

• Home prices rise marginally in May

• Survey finds Americans losing confidence in homeownership

• Frank optimistic about extending loan limits

• Poll: Almost 60 percent don't track their spending

• Consumer Financial Protection Bureau launches service

• Refinancing climbs to 70 percent of mortgage volume

• Existing homes sales decline during May

• U.S. senator requests more information regarding job creation

• Consumers remain wary about spending

• CFPB and JAG join forces to protect the financial health of service members

• Labor secretary calls on businesses to hire more

• Provision may lead to headaches for credit customers

• Tips for keeping debt levels down

• Federal Reserve says credit scores must be revealed if applications are denied

• Things to be aware of before new credit score law goes into effect

• Lenders focusing on FICO scores before granting mortgage applications

• Poll: 70 percent of bank risk professionals believe delinquency rates will fall or stay the same

• It's not impossible to land a mortgage with bad credit

• Credit card rates increase to highest level since 2007

• Report: Consumer credit on the mend

• Borrowing activity increases for eighth straight month

• More Americans cite unemployment as top economic concern

• June brings 157,000 new jobs to private sector

• Pending home sales increase in May

• UCLA researcher predicts more people will move to coast to avoid long commutes

• Saving on home costs

• Report concludes consumers lack financial skills

• HUD now accepting applications for mortgage assistance from Minnesotans

• Consumer confidence waning as jobless rate holds steady

• Good credit should be used like a muscle

• Unemployment claims increase by 9,000 during most recent week

• Advice for maintaining good credit, receiving better interest rates

• Consumer spending expected to increase during summer months

• Majority of students believe credit card companies are tricking them

• Advice for better money management

• Report: CFPs need to pay close attention to their credit reports

• Tips for keeping a healthy credit score

• Arizona experiencing increased consumer spending during 2011

• Falling prices, tighter mortgage restrictions leading to fewer home sales

• Advice for reviving a credit score after foreclosure

• Report: Personal income, spending rose in May

• NAR: Pending home sales increase during May

• Time magazine offers suggestions on how to increase FICO scores

• Poll: Consumers would buy more if mortgage debt was removed

• Advice for boosting credit scores, lowering interest rates

• Bad credit one of the most common reasons why borrowers are denied mortgage

• Sales of new homes drop during May

• Company credit cards can lead to ruined credit scores

• Advice for improving debt management, boosting credit scores

• 24 percent of Americans have no emergency savings

• Nearly 90 percent of Americans do not expect a raise next year

• Consumer Confidence index falls after release of unemployment data

• Climbing college-related costs putting strain on Americans' wallets

• New legislation aimed to help consumers with medical debt

• Tips for avoiding bad credit reports

• Small businesses 'scraping by' in May, NFIB chief economist says

• Consumer spending declines, encourages Americans

• Gas Index falls, Food index rises in May

• Hiring figures to increase as positive intentions increase

• Avoiding late bill payments may avoid fees, improve credit scores

• Credit scores play integral role in insurance premiums

• Consumer Spending Index falls in May

• Majority of Americans believe now is best time to buy a home

• Staffing agency service increases may signal rise in permanent worker compensation

• Unemployment rises to 9.1 percent

• Survey finds consumers feel better about securing auto financing

• Public sector feeling employment pinch

• Americans experiencing physical stress symptoms because of the economy

• Paying down student loans important for credit reports and scores

• Consumer borrowing rises in April, credit card use declines

• Credit score help may improve chances of landing an apartment

• Buying a motorcycle could hurt your credit

• More families look to vacation at home this year

• Get credit score help to improve chances of securing a mortgage

• MBA chief economist says mortgage market may be on the "mend"

• Bad credit consumers hurting from tighter lending practices

• Consumer sentiment falls in May after rising in April

• Employment numbers plummet in May

• Texas ruling allows insurance providers to use credit scores to determine rates

• Consumers look to sell off homes before prices decrease even further

• Organizing homes can save families thousands each year

• U.S. economy expected to have added 178,000 jobs in May

• New survey shows rise in consumer sentiment

• Managing student loan debt after graduation

• Lenders offering more subprime auto loans

• GDP grows but pace slows

• Good-will deletion can help improve credit scores

• Applying for multiple credit lines at one time can hurt credit scores

• Housing market expert says it may take 3 years to clear foreclosure inventory

• Roughly 33 percent of Americans fell behind on credit card payments after collapse of housing market

• TransUnion reports drop in delinquency

• Economists say economy grew in April but at a slower rate

• Strong credit scores critical for recent grads

• Americans increase productivity 78 percent from 1980 to 2009

• Lenders extending more subprime credit card offers

• Study finds moms have most influence on financial education

• More consumers feel confident about the economy, poll finds

• Large retailers see fewer customers during the first quarter

• Check credit reports regularly to identify problematic or questionable items

• Housing starts drop 10.6 percent in April

• Credit card companies report drop in delinquency rates

• 75 percent say college too expensive

• Factors that affect auto insurance premiums

• Healthcare sector saw job growth rise during the recession

• Researchers say buying may now be better than renting

• Medicare and Social Security funds in trouble

• Retail sales climb 0.5 percent in April

• Inflation rises an annual rate of 3.2 percent in April

• Foreclosure filings drop in April

• Strategies for getting credit score help

• Helpful ways to manage a mortgage

• Housing market may limit economic growth

• New program to help Californians obtain affordable car insurance

• Ohio's three largest cities face foreclosure problems

• Searching for unfair and unverifiable marks on credit reports may improve job search

• Consumer borrowing rises in March

• Poll reveals Americans less optimistic about today's youth

• U.S. unemployment rate rises to 9 percent in April

• Report finds consumers taking out more loans

• Delinquencies down 11.6 percent in March

• Consumers may benefit from negotiating interest rates

• Keeping a credit score strong when dealing with mortgage problems

• Fed survey shows lenders ease loan restrictions

• Many Maine residents could use financial literacy help

• Survey finds prospective homeowners lack knowledge about mortgages

• Consumers confident about paying down debt

• Saving on homeowners insurance

• Personal income climbs 0.5 percent in March

• Initial unemployment claims rise, economy struggles

• Survey finds consumers feel more confident about employment market

• The importance of spotting credit reporting errors

• Survey predicts economic growth to rise for all of 2011

• Consumers lack financial education, leads to poor credit practices

• Tourism spending up for U.S. travelers

• Students rely heavily on loans to finance college

• Low interest rates are greatest concern for credit card applicants

• Survey finds startups looking to add workers

• Home sales in Ohio decline as lending requirements stiffen

• Mortgage delinquency falls 11.6 percent in March

• Credit score plays a role in insurance premiums

• Americans settling for low-paying jobs

• Housing starts rise 7.2 percent last month, still down from March 2010

• Report says mortgages harder to come by

• Card companies offering responsible-use products to students

• Good credit scores can help save money

• Americans say they lack personal finance knowledge

• Housing market may see improvement in 2011

• Job applicants may benefit from credit repair

• March sees rise in Consumer Price Index

• Miscellaneous college expenses could cost parents thousands

• Credit scores fall nationwide

• Fixing bad credit

• Foreclosure filings fall 15 percent in Q1

• Retail sales rise in March

• Gas could hit $4 throughout the U.S.

• Smart coupon use can reduce grocery bills

• College grads to see higher salaries this year

• Unfair tax liens may cause bad credit

• Study: 61 percent struggle to cover their monthly expenses

• Credit scores drop as a result of credit reporting error

• Online sales rise in March

• Unemployment claims data shows positive momentum for consumers

• Consumer borrowing increases in February

• Late credit card payments can damage credit scores

• Identifying common credit mistakes

• Army Sergeant awarded $21 million after unfair credit mark

• Improve credit scores to get better insurance rates

• Retail sector growing, but not as beneficial as before

• ABA finds loan delinquency rates on the decline

• Errors on credit reports can worsen bad credit

• Unemployment figures indicate some citizens having tougher time than others

• Circumstances that may call for credit repair

• Rainy day accounts can prevent credit damage

• Mississippi's marginal job growth felt by consumers

• Low pay and job loss are major stress factors for U.S. workers

• New reports signal positive direction for employment market

• Consumers focus more on credit card debt than mortgage payments

• Bankruptcy filings rise 22 percent in San Diego area

• Checking credit reports for errors can help protect scores

• Differences between authorized user and joint account holder

• Unemployment benefit cuts may cause need for credit repair

• Household income dropped 23 percent during the recession

• Survey finds rise in seasonal jobs

• Credit repair may be useful tool for job seekers

• Maryland legislators propose new law on auto insurance ratings

• Credit card charge offs rise in February

• Credit repair may be key to buying new home

• Charge offs may be unfairly hurting credit reports

• Travelers may be in need of credit repair

• Credit CARD Act deemed a helpful regulation

• Consumer price indexes rise across the board

• Student loan borrowers may benefit from credit repair

• Look for inaccuracies on your credit report to avoid credit damage

• Maryland Senate to vote on job fairness bill

• Check credit reports and scores to keep finances healthy

• Foreclosure filings down 14 percent in February

• Court ruling may affect job candidates who have filed for bankruptcy

• Drop in household debt may signal improved consumer finances

• Study identifies states with best, worst credit scores

• Use credit cards to bolster your credit report and score

• Identity theft may signal need for credit repair

• Credit repair may help those with joint accounts

• Homeowners with negative equity should check their credit reports

• CARD Act helps college students improve credit

• Survey reveals credit knowledge gap for average consumers

• Cleaning up old credit mistakes

• Small business owners with poor credit may need credit repair

• Military members can check credit scores for free

• Colorado consumers advised to review credit reports

• Repair bad credit to improve mortgage eligibility

• Holiday shoppers should check their credit reports

• Texas man files lawsuit because of lingering lien

• Critics wary of Experian's plan to add rental data to credit reports

• Maintaining clean credit while in college

• Employment gains may help consumers improve financial standing

• Job seekers with bad credit may have trouble obtaining employment

• Credit repair may help with tax liens

• Guarantors may want to check credit reports

• Credit repair could help with mortgage payments

• Healthcare patients become identity theft victims

• Phony sweepstakes scams can cause bad credit

• Utah week highlights credit report benefits

• Credit repair may help new car buyers

• College students may not know they need credit repair

• Credit repair could lead to new credit card options

• Donating to fraudulent charities can lead to credit damage

• Credit repair can help insurance rates

• Credit damage and unpaid bills

• Credit repair can help increase savings

• Visa to help consumers monitor identify theft

• California ruling sets off credit fraud concerns

• Mortgage loan may require a credit fix

• Credit fraud on the rise, but credit repair can help

• Medical bill mistakes could be fixed with a credit lawyer's help

• Credit scores can change with credit repair, good behavior

• Rent payments will now help credit

• Monitoring your credit reports won't harm scores

• Cab rides could cause credit disputes

• Using Wi-Fi could increase credit fraud risk

• Credit repair can help consumers negotiate interest rates

• Consumers should check reports for improper charge offs

• Many restaurants visitors may need to repair credit

• Credit card thieves could cause credit dispute

• Consumers should rebuild credit before taking out a mortgage loan

• California ruling may help cut the need for credit repair

• Hollywood Video-related credit errors affect upwards of 2 million people

• Job competition rises, credit reports could play factor

• Valentine's Day credit card applicants should repair bad credit

• Wells Fargo advises consumers to check their credit reports

• U.S. consumers less of a credit risk

• Cases of Identity theft decrease in 2010

• Consumers should be careful of fraudulent websites

• FTC takes action against credit report resellers

• Ordering a credit score will not help fix errors

• Financial past could hurt a couple's future

• Credit repair can solve identity theft problems

• Alabama consumers could benefit from credit repair

• By obtaining purchase protection consumers can avoid credit errors

• Nebraska could halt credit report checks for job applicants

• Credit reports should be top financial priority

• Business debt could hurt personal credit reports

• More room for credit report errors due to credit score changes

• New credit notices only apply to certain loans

• Checking credit reports could help dispute old debt

• Credit Repair effective against improper chargebacks

• Couples should review their credit reports

• Small business owners should clean up credit

• Checking credit reports for merchant errors

• Computer error removes tax refunds from bank accounts

• Checking credit report provides step to financial well-being

• Delinquencies can cause credit report errors

• Young adults want to be financially responsible

• Credit repair can help homebuyers cope with higher mortgage fees

• Some lenders targeting military members

• Bill collectors required to issue new notices

• Equifax mobile app could provide credit score help

• Credit scores can lower insurance rates

• D.C. bill would outlaw employer credit checks

• TransUnion announces new scoring model

• Mortgage applications can impact your credit report

• California's unemployment rate increases

• Borrowers gain access to credit again, but with increased risk

• Video rental fees could hurt credit reports

• Consumers who qualify for EITC can benefit from credit repair

• Dispute credit card charges

• Cosigning a credit card can damage your credit report

• Important factors of your credit report

• Credit repair can help with improper charge offs

• California attorney general warns about identity theft

• Federal Reserve issues guide to credit repair

• Credit report errors could lead to mortgage denials

• Pentagon's Credit Union breached, financial documents exposed

• Check your credit report in the new year

• Identity theft can ruin your finances

• Identity theft increases, more difficult to prevent

• Internet IDs could prevent identity fraud

• 175 cases of credit card fraud linked to California gas station

• Bank of America makes possible mistakes and lowers consumers' credit scores

• Reviewing past purchases can lead to quicker credit repair

• Visa aims to reduce fraudulent credit card transactions

• Identity theft and data breaches increased in 2010

• Consumers regret money habits since the recession

• Conscious shoppers can avoid identity theft