We look at how filing for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy can affect your credit score and how you can recover.

Get a credit card Yes, this sounds like the opposite of what you should do when trying to improve your credit score, but but the right kind of credit can make a positive difference. “A credit card can ...

A credit card designed for people with "bad" credit typically has more relaxed approval requirements. These credit cards ...

Applying for a credit card triggers a hard pull, which dings your credit score whether you’re approved for the card or not.

A business credit card can affect your personal credit score, but it depends on the type of card, how the provider reports ...

Discover why a perfect 850 credit score isn't necessary for financial success, and what you can do to improve your score.

Sean Hepburn Ferrer, the son of the late Audrey Hepburn, shared his thoughts on Ivanka Trump wearing a dress originally designed for his mom to Donald Trump’s 2025 Inaugural Ball.

Breaking down racial credit score gaps, exploring the causes of disparities, and highlighting initiatives to improve credit ...

While it might "be exciting to aim for 850, the highest possible FICO score," achieving that milestone "really comes with no ...

Creditors and lenders use your credit score to determine how likely you are to pay your bills. Car insurers, however, use it ...

A FICO score below 580 or a VantageScore of less than 601 is considered a bad credit score. If your score falls in the bad ...