Millions of Americans have mistakes on their credit reports, some of which are serious enough to lower credit scores and result in worse credit offers, a new government study finds.
As many as 42 million Americans have errors on their credit reports, according to a Federal Trade Commission study of around 1,000 participants and 3,000 credit reports released Monday.
"Errors in credit reports can cost you a loan, a competitive interest rate, a job, security clearance and insurance," said John Ulzheimer, president of consumer education at SmartCredit.com.
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