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How to Fight Back Against Mortgage Discrimination

Several big banks have been accused of unfairly lending to minority borrowers. Here's how to see if your lender is playing fair.

Feeling down about money can keep us from taking smart financial steps. Go for these small wins and get back in the game.

The housing market is red-hot. But are you truly ready to sell?

It's not easy for entrepreneurs to borrow without giving a personal guarantee.

Ready to take the plunge on your dream home? Before you hit the housing market, do a little financial fine-tuning of your own.

Your credit limit is not a fixed number. If it went down, here's why.

You relied on good credit to see you through to retirement — don't put those good financial habits aside just yet!

Re-aging your credit can be good or bad depending on the circumstances. Learn when you want your credit re-aged and how to make it happen.

Not sure why your credit score took a tumble? It might be one of these not-so-obvious reasons.

Paying off or settling an account in collections is better than avoiding it. Just don't expect your credit score to rebound soon.

There's nothing easy about divorce, including managing your credit. Here's what to look for.

A balance transfer can help you pay down debt faster, but it comes with some costs, including a few you may not see.

If you're fast approaching the big 3-0, it's high-time to leave these credit card mistakes in the past.

The retailer behind your store-branded credit card just went kaput. What happens to your plastic — and your debt — now?

The Fair Credit Reporting Act exists to protect you. Here's everything you need to know about it.

Your credit score takes into account everything about your finances, right? No, and you might be surprised at what isn't included.

Millennials have a shared fear; credit card debt. But don't worry — it's entirely possible to use credit cards and avoid crippling debt.

Love is full of uncertainties. Good credit, on the other hand, fulfills every promise.

Credit card debt isn't just a burden — it's a real danger to your finances.

It's a new year! Ditch the unrealistic resolutions and make these smart, achievable money moves right on January 1.