FACTA (Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act)

Passed in 2003, the Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act enables consumers to request a free credit report from the top three credit reporting companies. These free credit reports can only occur once every twelve months.

Related Terms

  • Issuer

    An issuer is the organization that issues a credit or debit card.

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  • Regulation E (Reg-E)

    Regulation E details procedures for the processing of electronic funds transfers (EFTs) in addition to debit cards.

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