Here's why an 850 credit score isn't all it's cracked up to be -- and what you really need

You don't need a perfect credit score to be financially stable -- or exceptional, for that matter. Here's a better number to ...
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Hack Your Credit Score: More People Are Using Rent Payments As the New Secret Weapon For FICO Boosts

Your monthly rent could do more than just keep a roof over your head. It can also help you build credit. Recent data from TransUnion shows a noticeable jump in the number of people who plan to or ...
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Ace the test: How to boost credit scores

Every American knows how critical their credit score is. Or at least, they should. A high score unlocks a whole host of financial opportunities: Lower car payments, cheaper mortgages, or even approval ...
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Credit score secrets: What loan agents won’t tell you about your credit report

Credit scores have now become the cornerstones of financial health in the country. Especially since the recent regulatory changes and developments mandating more frequent updates, closer checks, ...
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Here's What Happens When Your Credit Score Reaches a Perfect 850

Congratulations -- you've just reached credit score perfection. Now what? Going by the commonly-used FICO® Score system, 850 is the highest credit score possible. That means lenders see you as a very ...

Super-Prime Credit Scores: Definition, Advantages, and How to Qualify

Super-prime credit is the highest credit score tier, indicating excellent creditworthiness. Learn why it matters to lenders ...
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Here's What Happens When Your Credit Score Reaches a Perfect 850

Big news for me this week… I checked my credit score and it's now sitting at 840! That means I'm just 10 points away from hitting the elusive perfect 850. Only about 1.5% of Americans ever see that ...