FICO said it'll start including buy now pay later in credit scores. That could hurt the growing share of users who are ...

Your credit score is crucially important, ... This is different to a Notice of Correction, which is 200-word ‘explanation’ you are permitted to submit next to an entry on your report.

On-time payments are the #1 credit score factor—mix is helpful, but secondary. Information is accurate as of March 24, 2025. Editorial Note: This content is not provided by any entity covered in ...

David Tregear says getting credit was never a problem, until the rejections started piling up. A car loan, credit cards and more — all denied.When he checked his Equifax account, he saw his score had ...

First, a brief explanation of a FICO credit score. The three-digit number reflects a person’s credit worthiness and debt default risk. Scores range from 300 to 850, with 850 being perfect credit ...

Is Experian Boost worth it? This comprehensive review explores Experian Boost, its features, benefits, drawbacks, and whether it's the right tool to help you increase your credit score.

A bad credit score cost this entrepreneur a job, but it inspired him to create a kid's financial literacy app Select spoke to Evan Leaphart, founder of the Kiddie Kredit mobile app, ...

Reports of unpaid debt can tank an otherwise strong credit score. The new CFPB rule would change that for about 15 million Americans with medical debt on their credit reports.

What credit score do you need to get the best deal on a car lease? Here’s how your score affects the lease terms, and why the magic number tends to be 700.

Your business credit score is just as important as your personal credit score. Here's what you need to know about the SBSS score and why it matters when you apply for loans. Written by: Jamie Johnson, ...

Student loan payments have restarted. Here’s how to manage the impact to your credit score Many borrowers reported that they never received notice from the Department of Education that their ...

A B.C. man has spent over a year battling Equifax after his credit score vanished without explanation — until Go Public uncovered a little-known rule which allows it. One expert says Canada’s ...