Do you know the difference between 550 and 780? Yes, they’re 230 digits apart, but they’re also examples of bad and good credit scores, respectively. If you don’t check yours regularly, now’s the time ...

Do you know your credit score? It can sure make a difference when you need to borrow money, but many people are clueless ...

NEW YORK (AP) — Millions of Americans are seeing their credit scores drop now that the U.S. government has resumed referring missed student loan payments for debt collection. But there are things you ...

With a background in journalism and counseling, Penny Min blends analytical research with real-world insight to help readers make informed financial decisions. At Forbes Marketplace, she specializes ...

Current reports that many may be surprised by when their credit is checked, including for renting instruments, insurance, ...

44% of people polled in a recent survey found errors on their credit reports. Inaccuracies or even fraudulent accounts can ...

DALLAS — Your credit report and credit score could start to look a lot better after March 17 of this year. You have probably seen recent headlines like this one and this one explaining that medical ...

Have you ever checked your credit score right after making a payment, only to find it hasn’t changed at all? It can feel confusing or even frustrating, leaving you to wonder: “When do credit scores ...

If you don’t check your score regularly, you’re not alone. A GOBankingRates survey of more than 1,000 U.S. adults found that more than one-third of respondents fail to check their credit scores at ...

A clear, step-by-step guide to spotting mistakes in your credit file, getting them corrected and protecting your financial ...