According to Experian, since 2016, the average credit score for all consumers has risen from 699 to 715. Over the same time ...

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CNBC Select chooses the best credit repair companies that can help you dispute incorrect information and raise your score.

If you have bad credit, the Petal® 2 "Cash Back, No Fees" Visa® Credit Card is one of the easiest cards to get because the issuer considers other factors, such as banking activity, in addition ...

Having a good credit score (a FICO score of at least 670) can make it easier to take out a personal loan. Not only can you access lower interest rates, but you might also qualify for higher loan ...

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Minimum credit score: 580. Minimum number of accounts on credit history: One account. Maximum debt-to-income ratio: 75%, including mortgage payments. Minimum length of credit history: Two years.