Getting a perfect credit score is impressive, but is it necessary? Here's what an 850 does -- and doesn't -- get you.

Achieving an 850 credit score is a rare feat, representing the pinnacle of creditworthiness. While it promises access to the ...

Even though Fannie Mae dropped its FICO minimum, individual lenders still have the ability to set their own credit score requirements. "That being said, there may be cases where someone with a 597 ...

“To rebuild your credit, you first need to get some credit, which is often the hardest part if you have a low credit score ...

In a report released in August, the Consumer Federation of America and the Climate and Community Institute found that having ...

Boosting your credit score is a key step toward enhancing your financial well-being. If your score is lower than you’d like, there are actions you can take to achieve — or improve — a higher credit ...

Millions of people could see their credit score drop, thanks to a change from one of the biggest reference agencies 'Experian ...

Identity theft can strike anyone at any time, which is why experts say checking your credit report regularly is essential.

Credit checks are not allowed in some areas. States where employer credit checks are not allowed or are only allowed in a limited capacity include California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, ...

CheapInsurance.com reports that your credit score influences auto insurance rates, with significant cost variations based on ...