Have you ever forgotten to pay a bill, only to unexpectedly watch your credit take a hit? It stinks. And unfortunately, it ...

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 ...

Bankcard delinquency rates, for example, hit 11.7% this year, only 2% shy of the Great Recession peak. Meanwhile, credit card utilization, which measures the revolving credit you owe vs. the overall ...

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Americans' credit scores can have a dramatic impact on their lives, with a low score potentially delaying homeownership, marriage, starting a family, or even preventing them from renting an apartment.

As online marketplaces launch their festival sales, it's crucial not to let impulsive purchases negatively impact your credit ...

When exploring mortgage options, your credit score typically takes a hit when you obtain a mortgage preapproval from a lender ...