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 ...

Few Americans Have Perfect Credit Scores. Experts Say You Don’t Need One

Perfect 850 credit scores are extremely rare. However, experts say you don’t need one. Money; . A perfect credit score might sound like the ultimate financial goal.

Credit Scores Explained: Why Yours May Differ and Which One You Should Focus On

No two credit scores are the same, even if they belong to the same person. That's because the financial industry uses different scoring models for different purposes. FICO and VantageScore are most ...
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Local credit experts explain new, approved credit score model

GREENVILLE, N.C. (WITN) - Government-backed mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are now allowed to accept a different credit score that considers rent and utility payments. While FICO credit ...
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Getting your credit score above 800 isn't easy, but it's 'definitely attainable,' says analyst. Here's how to do it

Higher credit scores pave the way to lower rates, potentially saving thousands of dollars in interest charges. The highest tier is anything over 800, which can unlock even better terms. Here's a ...
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How To Use A Credit Card To Increase Your Credit Score

Michelle Lambright Black, Founder of CreditWriter.com and HerCreditMatters.com, is a leading credit expert and personal finance writer with nearly two decades of experience in the credit industry. She ...