Episode 320: Who is collecting data on you? A list of consumer reporting companies

This episode examines a recent report from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) that was issued in January 2025 titled “List of Consumer Reporting Companies.” Consumer reporting companies collect your personal data to provide reports to other companies about your activities. These companies use these reports to provide you with credit, employment, residential rental housing, and insurance. It is critical to know the companies that are collecting data on you and why. A link to the report is included below.

Link: cfpb_consumer-reporting-companies_list_2025.pdf