Harry Jacobs

The Credit Show

Business EN ↓ 134 episodes

The Credit Show Podcast with Harry Jacobs Your credit report is your adult report card—and on The Credit Show Podcast, Harry Jacobs shows you how to rewrite it. Each episode breaks down real-world credit problems in plain English: collections, charge-offs, late payments, medical debt, student loans, bankruptcy, identity theft, and more. Harry walks you through what actually works with creditors and the credit bureaus, how to avoid the traps that ruin scores, and the simple habits that build lasting credit health. Harry has provided Expert Witness work on 100 credit related cases and he has ove...

Author

Harry Jacobs

Category

Business

Podcast website

art19.com

Latest episode

Jul 11, 2026

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Episodes

Experian issues with the CFPB 03.02.2026

Experian has its own history of regulatory trouble—Harry breaks down key CFPB findings and what they reveal about errors, upsells, and how your credit data can be mishandled. #Experian #CFPB #CreditBureau #CreditErrors #CreditMonitoring #ConsumerProtection #FixCredit #FinancialEducation See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-no...

Four Things Debt Collectors Can Not Do 31.01.2026

Harry lays out the four big things debt collectors are flat‑out not allowed to do—and what steps to take if a collector crosses the line with threats, lies, or illegal tactics. #DebtCollectors #FDCPA #ConsumerRights #Harassment #KnowTheLaw #FixCredit #DebtHelp #CreditRepair See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-inf...

Equifax's Troubles With Regulators 28.01.2026

Equifax has repeatedly run afoul of regulators—Harry reviews the latest CFPB actions, what they did wrong, and how their mistakes might be hurting your file right now. #Equifax #CFPB #CreditBureaus #DataErrors #CreditReport #ConsumerRights #CreditRepair #FinancialNews See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

The Anatomy of a CFPB Consent Order 25.01.2026

Harry dissects a real CFPB consent order and shows how companies get nailed for illegal credit practices—plus what those cases teach you about protecting yourself and disputing correctly. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

The Small Dollar Loan Cycle Of Debt! 22.01.2026

As necessary as these loans are for some--one can destroy your credit. You are set up to fail more often than not. Use them wisely, #paydayloan #badcredit #goodcredit #financialfreedom #creditrepair See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Clues That You Are A Victim Of Identity Theft 13.01.2026

Don't wait for a massive bill. Catch identity theft early by spotting these 3 subtle clues that most people dismiss as glitches. #IdentityTheft #FraudWarningSigns #CreditFreeze #ProtectYourCredit See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Credit Myths and LIES Can Cost You Points. Be Careful Where You Get Your Advice. 10.01.2026

Heard medical debt doesn't count anymore? Not exactly. We explain the new rules and the old problems that could still be hurting your score. #CreditUtilization #CreditMyths #CreditCards #CreditScore See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Medical Debt--The Recent Rules And The Old Problem 08.01.2026

Heard medical debt doesn't count anymore? Not exactly. We explain the new rules and the old problems that could still be hurting your score. #MedicalDebt #MedicalCollections #CreditReport #FixCredit See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Buy Now, Pay Later--The Silent Score Killer 05.01.2026

Buy now, pay later can be an ugly trap. More credit and more accounts is not the key to increasing your credit score. The concept of 0% for a store card makes sense IF you have excellent credit, but if you don't these accounts don't help you in the long run and they can be problematic if you aren't managing them properly. #CreditRepair #FixCredit #BadCredit #CreditScore #BeginnerCredit See Privacy...

SNAP Finance: The "No Credit Needed" Trap Exposed 03.01.2026

If you are with SNAP financing for anything, you should be aware of this--it's not breaking news, but it is news that you need to be aware of. #credit #creditreport #creditrepair #creditscore #fico #snapfinance See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

How a 100-Point Jump Can Save You $150,000 on Your Mortgage (The Math Will Piss You Off) 01.01.2026

In this episode, Harry breaks down how a 100‑point jump in your credit score can change your interest rate, slash your monthly payment, and save you well over $100,000 over the life of a mortgage. #CreditScore #Mortgage #HomeBuying #InterestRates #SaveMoney #FinancialLiteracy #FixCredit #CreditRestoration See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art1...

Zelle the dark side of electronic transfers 29.12.2025

The issues consumers face with Zelle. Most consumers don't realize that Zelle is owned by several of the big banks, but are they doing enough to protect consumers against fraudulent activities? #credit #creditrepair #creditreport #zelle #venmo @paypal See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Credit Repair 101 26.12.2025

Credit repair isn't a diet; it's a lifestyle. Build the habits that make a 750+ score your permanent reality, not just a temporary high. #CreditWellness #FinancialHabits #LongTermCredit #CreditMaintenance #FinancialHealth See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

The Juggling Act: How to Manage Multiple Credit Cards Without Losing Your Mind or Your Score 23.12.2025

Juggling multiple credit cards without losing your mind (or your score) is possible. Here's the commander's system for total control. #CreditCards #CreditManagement #MultipleAccounts #CreditScore #Autopay See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Identity Theft: When Your Credit Report Gets an Evil Twin 20.12.2025

Someone living their life on your dime? We walk you through the 3-step crisis plan to lock down your credit and evict the identity thief for good. #IdentityTheft #Fraud #CreditFreeze #CreditReport #FixCredit See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Student Loan Delinquency Explosion: 31% of Borrowers 90+ Days Late 18.12.2025

5.8 million people are 90+ days late on student loans. If you're one of them, your credit is about to get nuked. Here's the exact playbook to save it. #StudentLoans #Default #Delinquency #LoanRehabilitation #CreditReport #WageGarnishment See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

The FICO Monopoly Is SLOWLY Changing 16.12.2025

Mortgage credit reporter FICO has been the king of the hill. Things may be slowly changing. Ask your lender about Vantage. #credit #creditreport #mortgage #FICO #vantagereport #creditscore #goodcredit See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Why Just 'Monitoring' Your Credit is Like Watching a Car Crash in Slow Motion 13.12.2025

Getting alerts about your credit score is like watching a car crash in slow motion. It's time to stop monitoring and start MANAGING your credit. #CreditMonitoring #CreditReport #FixCredit #CreditRepair #ActiveManagement See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Credit Utilization: The Silent Score Killer You Can Fix in 45 Days 11.12.2025

That "30% rule" you've heard is a lie. We expose the credit utilization secrets that can add 100 points to your score in 45 days. #CreditUtilization #CreditCards #CreditLimit #FixCredit #CreditScore See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Building Credit From Scratch: How to Go from Ghost to 700 09.12.2025

No credit? You're a ghost to lenders. We show you the "cheat codes" to go from zero to 700 in record time. #BuildCredit #NoCredit #CreditHistory #AuthorizedUser #CreditBuilderLoan See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

You worked hard for your good credit. Now, keep it. Our "set it and forget it" system automates your credit health and protects your score from disaster. 06.12.2025

You worked hard for your good credit. Now, keep it. Our "set it and forget it" system automates your credit health and protects your score from disaster. #CreditMaintenance #GoodCredit #CreditTips #FinancialHabits #CreditScore See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Rebuilding Credit After Bankruptcy: Your 12-Month Comeback Plan 04.12.2025

Bankruptcy isn't the end. It's a reset. Here is your proven 12-month comeback plan to rebuild your credit and your financial life. #Bankruptcy #RebuildCredit #AfterBankruptcy #FixCredit #CreditRepair See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Dealing with Credit Card Debt: The Escape Plan They Don't Want You to Know 02.12.2025

Drowning in credit card debt? We reveal the 3-tier escape plan, from balance transfers to the "nuclear option" that can slash your payments. #CreditCardDebt #DebtRelief #DebtConsolidation #FixCredit #FinancialFreedom See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Credit Scoring Demystified: How Credit Scores Are Calculated 29.11.2025

Your credit score isn't magic. It's a math equation. We break down the FICO formula so you can stop guessing and start strategically boosting your score. #CreditScore #FICO #CreditReport #CalculateScore #CreditTips See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Managing Collections and Negotiating Settlements 27.11.2025

Got a collections account? Don't just pay it! Here's the "Pay for Delete" strategy to settle your debt AND erase it from your credit report. #Collections #DebtCollection #PayForDelete #SettleDebt #FixCredit See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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