A good credit score (670 to 739) is essential to qualifying for some of the best credit card offers. Credit cards that require good credit often provide competitive rewards, generous welcome bonuses, ...

The total national average credit score dropped two points this year to 715, according to the report from credit scoring ...

Curious about your FICO® Score? I break down what it is, how it's used, and the exact steps I took to raise mine.

Average FICO scores have dropped for the second year in a row to a loan not seen since the Great Recession. This might sound ...

Unpaid medical debt will no longer affect credit scores, according to a new rule from Biden administration regulators who want to mitigate the financial repercussions of those bills. So if pending ...

The national average FICO score fell, reflecting difficulties Americans face in staying financially afloat. See which group has dropped most.

Thinking about leasing a new car? Don't worry, you don't have to have perfect credit. Learn why it's possible to lease even ...

The new national average is 715, down from 718 two years ago, as household debt climbs and inflation bites. After more than a ...

Credit scores are falling at the fastest pace since the Great Recession as Americans struggle to keep up with the high cost of living and the return of student debt payments.

Understanding what's in your credit report can help you make better decisions about credit. Your report is divided into four ...

VantageScore claims its 4.0 model beats FICO Classic across varying economic environments The credit-scoring battle for the hearts and minds of underwriters everywhere heated up this week with a new ...

Every American knows how critical their credit score is. Or at least, they should. A high score unlocks a whole host of financial opportunities: Lower car payments, cheaper mortgages, or even approval ...