Once I pay off a collection or judgment, will it remain on my credit report or will it be removed?

These are great questions. While my firm does not do bankruptcy work, we have helped countless consumers facing debt collection. When we are...

Yes i have used a number of credit card which i have applied for using someone elses id to run up big bills and for a while paid

Identity theft is a serious charge and can carry very serious penalties in many states. If you have been charged with a crime, or may be, consult...

DEFAULT JUDGMENT + CERTIFICATE OF JUDGMENT

Most collection suits do result in default judgments. And when a default judgment is received, the full amount sought by the plaintiff is typically...

In 2007, I obtained a 1st and 2nd mortgage simultaneously. (new Loan) The home went into foreclosure and was sold.

To determine your legal rights and defenses, more information is necessary. One threshold question is who is doing the collecting. Particularly...

We have seen many cases where consumers are victimized by an ex-spouse, parent, or "friend." Sadly, the number of fraudulent accounts opened by a...

How to appeal a judgement that is believed to settled in CO three (3) years ago but not updated on credit report

While credit report errors are estimated to affect about 1 in 4 credit reports, based on the limited information provided here, it's unclear what...

Credit card fruad

Be careful of any unsolicited calls you may receive. Refrain from disclosing ANY personal information over the phone. A credit issuer will not...

If your wife leaves you and changes your address to steal my mail and take money out of my account which is in my name only and

If your estranged wife is stealing from you, it seems so. You should check with an attorney in your state regarding the laws on martial property,...

How can I turn someone in that hasn't worked legally or on the books in many years, nor has she used her social security number

It sounds like a number of agencies may be involved under these facts. For you, a starting place would be your local police department.

I know a man who used his 14 year old sons name & social to obtain 2 credit cards and utilities. Now the 14 yr old boy is 28

The son has legal rights. He should contact a consumer advocate to reclaim his good name. His father's confession is not necessary to help him....