Your credit score can be an asset in financial situations, but only if you know where you stand. Learn how you can find your score without hurting it.

Step one is knowing what they look like: Credit scores typically range from 300-850, and below is how they shake out. (Looking to find out your credit score?

How do I find out what my credit score is? There are plenty of free ways to check your credit score, including: Your bank: Most banks let you check your credit score every month for free.

Credit health and debt history can impact relationships. CNBC Select speaks to Experian's Rod Griffin about why you should know your partner's credit score.

Your exact credit score doesn’t matter as much as the “range” your score lives in. Lenders will often approve you based on your score range. FICO has the following five ranges: 800 to 850 ...

A 700 credit score falls into the good range. Find out what you credit score can get you, and how to improve your credit. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our ...

If your credit score sharply decreases, take a look at your credit report to find any anomalies. For example, a new account may have been fraudulently opened in your name. Or you may have somehow ...