What happens when you hit an 850 credit score? Here's the truth

Is an 850 credit score worth chasing? See why perfect credit does not unlock better deals than an excellent score -- and what ...

What Is a Credit Score?

A credit score is a number that rates a consumer’s creditworthiness. The higher the score, the better a borrower looks to ...

Credit Scores for People in Their 30s and 40s—How Do You Measure Up?

Your 30s and 40s are a busy time—you're probably juggling multiple priorities. Still, your credit score is important. Here's ...
Opinion

AI Is Coming For Your Credit Score: Is It Good For Consumers?

Got FICO? Drop below 700, and you’ll be limited to loans carrying the highest interest rates or often no loans at all. Sound outdated? It is.

Here's what it takes to achieve an 800 credit score

Only one in four Americans has a credit score above 800, which is considered exceptional, according to industry data.
NBC Los Angeles

FICO and VantageScore are the ‘Coke and Pepsi' of credit scoring, says credit expert—what to know about each

When you view your credit score, you're likely to see a different three-digit number depending on whether you checked your score online, on your banking app or via another means. Although you have ...