Credit Reporting Trojan

‘Positive’ medical debt credit reporting is a Trojan horse

Congress shouldn’t be fooled and let a Trojan horse hurt consumers by nullifying state laws and the CFPB’s effort to get medical debt off credit reports.

Politics - The Hill - 6 hours ago

Medical debt is hurting millions of credit reports — but now there’s a cure

Even responsible, prudent people can end up thousands of dollars in debt if they get sick or injured.

Business - MarketWatch - October 26

Nearly 2 in 5 cardholders have maxed out a credit card or come close, report finds

Higher prices and higher interest rates have caused many Americans to use more of their available credit. Gen X is particularly stretched.

Business - CNBC - October 17

Despite a half-point Fed rate cut, the average credit card interest rate fell by just 0.13%, report finds

Credit card APRs are edging lower after the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by a half point, but not by much.

Business - CNBC - 5 days ago

With two more USC defenders done for the year, injuries are piling up for a once-promising Trojans defense

Linebacker Eric Gentry and defensive end Anthony Lucas are just the latest in a growing list of casualties for the Trojans defense this year

Sports - CBS Sports - October 16

‘A Trojan horse’: how the right is using ‘parental rights’ to fight abortion ballot measures

With 10 states set to vote on abortion-related measures, anti-abortion activists are trying to disrupt a streak of wins. A Maryland ballot measure to enshrine abortion rights in the state ...

World - The Guardian - October 28

JuJu Watkins' USC Trojans among four teams capable of winning the 2025 NCAA women's basketball title

Making the case for the four teams likeliest to be cutting the nets in April

Sports - CBS Sports - October 30

UNCW Seahawks vs. Mount Olive Trojans: How to watch live stream, TV channel, NCAA Basketball start time

How to watch UNC-Wilmington vs. Mount Olive basketball game

Sports - CBS Sports - 2 days ago

Watch Little Rock Trojans vs. Arkansas Baptist Buffaloes: TV channel, live stream info, start time

How to watch Little Rock vs. Arkansas Baptist basketball game

Sports - CBS Sports - 2 days ago

Watch Troy Trojans vs. Toledo Rockets: TV channel, live stream info, start time

How to watch Troy vs. Toledo basketball game

Sports - CBS Sports - Yesterday

USC Trojans vs. Chattanooga Mocs: How to watch, schedule, live stream info, start time, TV channel

How to watch USC vs. Chattanooga basketball game

Sports - CBS Sports - Yesterday

USC turns to Jayden Maiava as starting QB: What ex-UNLV standout brings as Trojans bench Miller Moss

USC is making a crucial change on offense nine games into a disappointing 2024 season

Sports - CBS Sports - Yesterday

My Employee Takes Credit for the Whole Team’s Work

And two other tricky workplace dilemmas.

Business - Inc. - October 15

Consumer Fears of Credit Card Delinquency Rise

A monthly New York Fed survey finds that while people felt generally positive about inflation, income, and jobs, fear of failing to make debt payments rose to a four-year high.

Business - Inc. - October 16

Meta fires staff for abusing $25 meal credits

Workers used benefits to buy acne pads, wine glasses and laundry detergent

Business - Financial Times - October 17

China to boost lending for stalled property projects to $560bn

Beijing is trying to restore confidence in economy amid prolonged real estate slowdown

Business - Financial Times - October 17

How to qualify for a credit card hardship program this November

If you can't pay your credit card bills, a hardship program could provide relief, but you'll need to qualify first.

The cautionary tale of Goldman and Apple’s credit card

Retail banking is not only harder than it looks but also heavily regulated by watchdogs who take their duties very seriously

Business - Financial Times - October 30

Can I get a HELOC with a 580 credit score?

Tapping into your home equity with a poor credit score could be tough— but it may not be impossible. Here's why.

How will filing for bankruptcy impact my credit score?

Bankruptcy can help you wipe the financial slate clean — but it can also do some serious damage to your credit.

FTC sends $2.5 million to Credit Karma customers

The settlement stems from allegations Credit Karma misled consumers into applying for credit offers.

Is it ever OK to ignore credit card debt collectors?

It can be tempting to ignore debt collectors' aggressive tactics, but it's generally not the best approach to take.

Tucker Carlson credits demons for the invention of nuclear technology

Ex-Fox News host makes bizarre claim on Steve Bannon’s podcast, days after saying a demon attacked him in his sleep. Demons that Tucker Carlson claimed attacked him as he slept were also ...

World - The Guardian - Yesterday

State Street says it is ‘shopping’ for a private credit manager

Money manager tries to catch up with rivals as investors shift into unlisted assets

Business - Financial Times - Yesterday

FICO and VantageScore are the 'Coke and Pepsi' of credit scoring, says credit expert—what to know about each

Although your VantageScore and FICO credit scores are calculated differently, the key to maintaining healthy scores is the same, according to credit expert.

Business - CNBC - 5 days ago

'It's not like we're getting our ass kicked:' Washington drops USC to 4-5 in yet another one-score loss for the Trojans

All five of USC's losses in 2024 have come by a single possession.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 3 days ago

Corporate debts mount as credit funds let borrowers defer payments

Use of payment-in-kind loan terms is growing as companies struggle with heavy leverage and high interest rates

Business - Financial Times - October 14

Trump and Harris Both Like a Child Tax Credit but With Different Aims

Kamala Harris’s campaign is pushing a version of the credit intended to fight child poverty, while Donald J. Trump sees the program primarily as a tax cut for people higher up the income scale.

Business - The New York Times - October 15

Will credit card debt forgiveness cover my $40,000 debt?

Getting rid of your credit card debt is important, but is debt forgiveness the right approach? Here's what to know.

3 ways to make your credit card debt cheaper this October

With rates averaging nearly 23%, credit card debt is expensive right now — but there are ways to reduce the costs.

Barclays to Replace Goldman Sachs as Issuer of GM Credit Cards

The deal aims to expand Barclays’s consumer ambitions in the U.S. while getting Goldman closer to exiting consumer lending.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 14

Israel races to supply anti-missile shield

Intense war demands have left the IDF relying on the US to fill gaps in air defences

Business - Financial Times - October 15

Boeing’s bonds signal view that company has bought time with credit-raters to avoid slide to junk

Boeing Co., under pressure to boost liquidity, filed a $25 billion shelf registration Tuesday to offer equity or debt over the next three years and announced a new credit agreement with lenders.

Business - MarketWatch - October 16

How Venus Williams is marking the 50th anniversary of the Equal Credit Opportunity Act

Tennis star Venus Williams is partnering with SoFi for a new campaign to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Equal Credit Opportunity Act, which marked a major turning point in women's financial ...

Will credit card debt forgiveness cover my $15,000 debt?

If you're trying to tackle $15,000 in credit card debt, it's important to find the right strategy first.

Worried about missing credit card payments? 4 things to do now

More Americans are worried about missing their credit card payments. If you're one of them, take these steps now.

Has Boeing done enough to avoid the credit rating junk yard?

Plane maker is burning through an estimated $1bn a month during a strike by its largest labour union

Business - Financial Times - October 15

Will credit card debt forgiveness cover my $25,000 debt?

With credit card interest rates high, many borrowers may need forgiveness now. But can it cover $25,000 worth of debt?

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‘Positive’ medical debt credit reporting is a Trojan horse

Medical debt is hurting millions of credit reports — but now there’s a cure

Nearly 2 in 5 cardholders have maxed out a credit card or come close, report finds

Despite a half-point Fed rate cut, the average credit card interest rate fell by just 0.13%, report finds

With two more USC defenders done for the year, injuries are piling up for a once-promising Trojans defense

‘A Trojan horse’: how the right is using ‘parental rights’ to fight abortion ballot measures

JuJu Watkins' USC Trojans among four teams capable of winning the 2025 NCAA women's basketball title

UNCW Seahawks vs. Mount Olive Trojans: How to watch live stream, TV channel, NCAA Basketball start time

Watch Little Rock Trojans vs. Arkansas Baptist Buffaloes: TV channel, live stream info, start time

Watch Troy Trojans vs. Toledo Rockets: TV channel, live stream info, start time

USC Trojans vs. Chattanooga Mocs: How to watch, schedule, live stream info, start time, TV channel

USC turns to Jayden Maiava as starting QB: What ex-UNLV standout brings as Trojans bench Miller Moss

My Employee Takes Credit for the Whole Team’s Work

Consumer Fears of Credit Card Delinquency Rise

Meta fires staff for abusing $25 meal credits

China to boost lending for stalled property projects to $560bn

How to qualify for a credit card hardship program this November

The cautionary tale of Goldman and Apple’s credit card

Can I get a HELOC with a 580 credit score?

How will filing for bankruptcy impact my credit score?

FTC sends $2.5 million to Credit Karma customers

Is it ever OK to ignore credit card debt collectors?

Tucker Carlson credits demons for the invention of nuclear technology

State Street says it is ‘shopping’ for a private credit manager

FICO and VantageScore are the 'Coke and Pepsi' of credit scoring, says credit expert—what to know about each

'It's not like we're getting our ass kicked:' Washington drops USC to 4-5 in yet another one-score loss for the Trojans

Corporate debts mount as credit funds let borrowers defer payments

Trump and Harris Both Like a Child Tax Credit but With Different Aims

Will credit card debt forgiveness cover my $40,000 debt?

3 ways to make your credit card debt cheaper this October

Barclays to Replace Goldman Sachs as Issuer of GM Credit Cards

Israel races to supply anti-missile shield

Boeing’s bonds signal view that company has bought time with credit-raters to avoid slide to junk

How Venus Williams is marking the 50th anniversary of the Equal Credit Opportunity Act

Will credit card debt forgiveness cover my $15,000 debt?

Worried about missing credit card payments? 4 things to do now

Has Boeing done enough to avoid the credit rating junk yard?

Will credit card debt forgiveness cover my $25,000 debt?

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