As you get familiar with your credit, you’ll quickly realize multiple types of scores exist. Although both FICO scores and credit scores exist, understanding which one lenders use can be helpful.

(THE CONVERSATION) With the cost of borrowing money to buy a home or a car inching ever higher, understanding who gets access to credit, and at what interest rate, is more important for borrowers’ ...

Several online services provide one or more credit scores for free, but check whether you're receiving your VantageScore or ...

FICO scores are one brand of credit score. Your FICO score is calculated using the data in your credit reports. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising partners ...

Credit scores are mentally placed in a category both unknown and unknowable. This is pretty remarkable considering most average Americans can locate their credit score (or more properly their credit ...

FICO Scores are the most common scores used by lenders across the U.S. There are multiple versions of FICO scores, each using different criteria. Differences are typically minor and unlikely to impact ...

A new report from FICO reveals that the national average U.S. FICO score is 715, down two points since April 2024. While 715 is considered to be in the “good” score range, the fact that the average is ...

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 ...