Tag: credit reporting

  • Understanding Violations of the Fair Credit Reporting Act

    Understanding Violations of the Fair Credit Reporting Act

    Introduction to the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), enacted in 1970, plays a crucial role in regulating the collection, dissemination, and use of consumer credit information. Its primary purpose is to promote the accuracy, fairness, and privacy of information contained in consumer credit reports. Through this legislation, consumers are…