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Complaints filed with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) hit another record in 2021, led by issues with credit reports. Incorrect personal information can affect your ability to access your credit report or get your identity confirmed with government agencies if, for example, you’re trying to file an income tax return or access your Social Security account online. A fake review could be done by the company itself, by posting a fabricated positive review on its own site or by posting concocted negative reviews on a competitor’s site.
Consumer complaints to CFPB hit another record; credit report problems top the list
How to find mistakes on your credit report
How to recognize fake online reviews of products and services
How to avoid counterfeit COVID products

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