Do Tax Liens Impact Your Credit & How to Fix A Public Record

December 1, 2025
As of 2018, tax liens are no longer reported to the credit bureaus. However, they are part of public record.
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Credit Report

25 Facts About Credit and Credit Scores Header - 0125 Facts About Credit and Credit Scores
November 24, 2025
We’ll explain 25 facts about credit and credit scores to clarify any misconceptions and help you understand what it impacts. Read more.
Does Breaking a Lease Hurt Your Credit Header - 01Does Breaking a Lease Hurt Your Credit?
November 20, 2025
If you satisfy the terms of your lease, breaking it won’t affect your credit unless unpaid rent is reported to the credit bureaus or sent to collections. Read more.
Does Paying the Minimum Hurt Your Credit Score Header - 01Does Paying the Minimum Hurt Your Credit Score?
November 14, 2025
Making the minimum credit payment avoids late fees but may lead to higher utilization, which can affect your credit score. Read more.
ITIN vs. SSN Header - 01ITIN vs. SSN: What Are The Differences?
November 10, 2025
ITIN's are issued to residents with foreign status, while SSNs are issued to U.S. citizens or authorized non-citizens. We'll explain the differences. Read more.
Credit Report Dispute Form Header - 01FCRA Section 604 vs. 609: Which Supports Your Dispute Letter?
November 7, 2025
Sections 604 and 609 of the FCRA have similar numbers and refer to consumer reports and/or disclosures. Section 609 supports a dispute letter. Read more.
What Is a Guarantor on a Lease Header - 01What Is a Guarantor on a Lease?
October 3, 2025
We focus on how having a lease guarantor works, how to find a good guarantor and how to rent without one, even if you have a limited credit history. Read more.
Does Paying off Collections Improve Your Credit Score Header - 01Does Paying off Collections Improve Your Credit Score?
September 28, 2025
Paying off a collection account may improve your credit score, depending on the scoring model your lender uses and the type of debt. Read more.
How to Remove Caine & Weiner from Your Credit Report Header - 01How to Remove Caine & Weiner from Your Credit Report
September 21, 2025
Learn how to remove Caine & Weiner from your credit report and handle debt collection to reduce its impact on your credit. Read more.