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The First Step to Accurate Credit Data? Metro 2® Fundamentals Training
The first step to accurate credit data? Start with the fundamentals. For data furnishers, understanding the Metro 2® Format is essential...
Credit Washing, Disputes and Fraud: What you need to know in our upcoming webinar
Credit Washing is not going away just yet and we have already seen how it can distort credit risk assessments, undermine confidence...
The Full Picture Matters: Why the tri-merge protects homebuyers
- August 6, 2026
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By Dan Smith, President and CEO, Consumer Data Industry Association On July 1, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac released historical FICO...

Brittany Bailey
May 15, 2026
CDIA Connect 2026 brought together leaders across the consumer data ecosystem for several days of meaningful discussion, collaboration, and connection in...
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Brittany Bailey
April 28, 2026
Join us for three days of insights, strategy, and connections with leaders across consumer data, including CFPB Deputy Director Geof Gradler,...

Brittany Bailey
April 27, 2026
Join us October 6 in Wilmington, DE for the final CDIA Consumer Reporting Roundtable in 2026, hosted by Bridgeforce & Bridgeforce Data Solutions. This...

Brittany Bailey
March 10, 2026
This Women’s History Month, we’re highlighting the Women in Consumer Data forum—an empowering opportunity for women across the consumer data industry to connect, share...

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March 3, 2026
Join us May 6–8 in Washington, DC for three power-packed days bringing together the most influential voices in consumer data — leading...

Brittany Bailey
January 14, 2026
Sponsorship opportunities for CDIA Connect 2026 are officially open! Looking to elevate your brand at the premier conference for the consumer reporting industry?...

Brittany Bailey
January 7, 2026
CDIA Connect 2026 May 6–8, 2026 | Grand Hyatt, Washington, DC Registration is officially open for CDIA Connect 2026, CDIA’s annual conference and...

Brittany Bailey
November 10, 2025
Last week, our CDIA team gathered in Philadelphia for our annual staff retreat—a time to reflect, connect, and align our goals...

Brittany Bailey
October 22, 2025
Lunch is on us! Join CDIA on Nov. 14, 2025, for an empowering Women in Consumer Data Lunch & Learn exploring mentorship, connection, and the power of...

Brittany Bailey
October 14, 2025
We’re excited to announce that CDIA Connect (formerly the Law & Industry Conference) returns to Washington, DC in 2026! CDIA Connect is more than just...