Grandma opened a credit card in my name

Question 1. My grandmother opened a credit card account in my name without my knowledge, did not pay it and now they are coming after me. She is 71 years old. What shall I do? -- Jackson, Greensboro, N.C.

The 5 Biggest Factors That Affect Your Credit

Credit companies rely on these factors to determine whether to lend to you and at what rate.

Consumer credit card debt shrinks again in July

Consumer credit card debt fell by more than $4 billion in July, a record 22nd straight monthly drop, according to the latest Federal Reserve data.

Set goals high, debt low to improve credit score

A recent report shows the proportion of Americans who have FICO credit scores below 600 - a level that makes it nearly impossible to get loans - has risen to 25.5 percent, up from 24.1 percent two years ago. The likely cause: rising unemployment and bad... Credit score - FICO - Business - Financial Services - United States

Foil 6 common consumer credit complaints

Consumers are increasingly steamed about credit practices and abuses.

Quorum and Credit Bureau Connection Announce Strategic Relationship and Launch Industry-Leading Integration

CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Sept. 8, 2010) - Quorum Information Technologies Inc. (TSX VENTURE:QIS) (Quorum) and Credit Bureau Connection Inc. (CBC) announced today that they have entered into an exclusive strategic relationship, and have launched ground breaking integration between Quorum's dealer and customer management system, XSelleratorT and CBC's state-of-the-art credit bureau ...

Secrets to keeping credit score high

A happy consequence of this Great Recession is that Americans are widely expected to be better consumers.

Roseman: Exercise your right to a free credit report

Credit reporting agencies are required to let you see your file for free, but their websites push paid access online.

Nevada settles suit over board citation for $580K

Nevada has agreed to pay $580,000 to the owners of a former credit screening firm who claimed their business was ruined by comments from an investigator with the Private Investigators Licensing Board.

Consumers Less Loyal to Credit Cards (Card Sharp)

With more consumers eyeing new card offers, what to know before a switch.