Think of your credit score as your money report card. Banks and lenders look at it when you apply for a credit card, a car ...

More than a third of all Americans have a credit score below 670, according to Experian. And many don’t realize what’s hurting their credit until they’re denied a loan or hit with higher costs. Your ...

Debt consolidation can cut interests costs, but only if your credit score measures up LaToya Irby is a credit expert who has been covering credit and debt management for nearly 20 years. She's been ...

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Credit scores are dropping nationwide, reflecting struggles Americans are having to stay afloat financially, according to FICO. The national FICO score, or three-digit number used to summarize your ...