Credit Score News
- New credit scoring system may be a boon to consumers
Category: Credit Score News
December 12, 2011
Millions of Americans are aware that they have not one but three credit scores associated with their names, and all are used to determine eligibility for all kinds of lines of credit. But now, a new score may be added to the mix for many.more
- Lower credit scores blamed for slow housing recovery
Category: Credit Score News
December 9, 2011
The recent troubles with the housing market have resulted in lower credit scores for many Americans, which is further impeding a recovery.more
- New credit scoring system may be on the way
Category: Credit Score News
December 5, 2011
Many consumers in recent years have seen their credit scores take a hit as a result of missed credit card payments or other financial missteps through no fault of their own. But now some bureaus are trying to make it easier to maintain a strong rating.more
- Personal financial knowledge on the rise
Category: Credit Card News, Credit Score News
June 29, 2010
Perhaps one positive that has come from these harsh economic times is that Americans now know considerably more about their personal finances than they would have otherwise.more
- Stay-at-home parents should keep track of their finances
Category: Credit Score News, Economy News
June 17, 2010
When a couple decides that one parent should stay home with their kids, it's natural, but misguided, to focus on merging their finances.more
- Udall proposes free credit scores
Category: Credit Score News, Economy News
April 26, 2010
A proposal on Capitol Hill will allow free access to credit scores.more
- App allows consumers to estimate their FICO score
Category: Credit Score News
April 15, 2010
Users of Apple's iPhone and iPod touch can download an application that will help them estimate their credit score.more
- Credit score of 720 or higher for best mortgage rates
Category: Credit Score News, Economy News
March 26, 2010
Mortgage lenders may require that consumers have different sources of credit and a credit score of at least 720 before granting a home loan.more
- HAMP participants see credit score drop
Category: Credit Score News, Credit Crunch News
March 23, 2010
A government program to help prevent foreclosures is causing some consumers to see their credit scores decrease.more
- Past years have shown tightened standards for mortgages, credit card offers
Category: Credit Score News, Economy News
March 1, 2010
Number of accounts granted to people with credit score below 700 dropped.more
- Credit score improvement among questions being fielded by lending institutions
Category: Credit Score News, Credit Repair News, Credit Crunch News
February 17, 2010
Survey shows some customers want to know how a credit score is determined.more
- Though some may avoid plastic, doing so could lower credit score
Category: Credit Score News
February 3, 2010
Closing accounts can affect credit ratio.more
- Olive: Iowans shouldn't have to pay more for insurance when disaster strikes
Category: Credit Score News, Credit Crunch News, Economy News
February 2, 2010
Law would limit the connection between a credit score and insurance.more
- Modification program gets revamped guidelines
Category: Credit Score News, Economy News
January 31, 2010
HAMP intended to help avoid foreclosures, which can drop a credit score.more
- Auto premiums may be affected by credit score
Category: Credit Score News, Credit Crunch News
January 30, 2010
Lower scores could lead to higher rates.more
- FHA raises credit score requirements
Category: Credit Score News, Economy News
January 25, 2010
Effort is an attempt to reduce lending risks.more
- Number of bankruptcies highest since 2005
Category: Credit Score News, Economy News
January 11, 2010
Consumers risking drop in credit score.more
- Credit score contest announced in Atlanta
Category: Credit Score News
December 31, 2009
Participants could earn $850 gift card.more
- Home modification plans could lower credit score
Category: Credit Score News, Economy News
December 29, 2009
Program designed to help may hurt some consumers.more
- Not using credit accounts could lead to them being closed
Category: Credit Score News
December 29, 2009
Credit score may drop as a result.more
- Some will delay holiday shopping to last minute
Category: Credit Score News
December 24, 2009
Though buying is late, many plan to pay off debts early.more
- Confusion may come when looking for credit score
Category: Credit Score News
December 16, 2009
A number of firms provide different numbers.more
- Recession, worries about credit score changing consumer habits
Category: Credit Score News
December 15, 2009
Some plan on being more active in avoiding credit card debt.more
- Average credit score for car loans increases
Category: Credit Score News, Credit Crunch News, Economy News
December 10, 2009
Lenders raising requirements.more
- Account changes could affect credit score
Category: Credit Score News
November 30, 2009
Opting out of a card could affect aspects of a person's credit history.more
- FICO reveals what can cause one's credit score to fall
Category: Credit Score News
November 30, 2009
Declaring bankruptcy has the greatest effect.more
- Fed sponsors ads to inform people about credit cards
Category: Credit Score News, Economy News
November 27, 2009
Effort includes website offering advice on improving a credit score.more
- Improving score can still come through using credit cards
Category: Credit Score News
November 25, 2009
When dealing with holiday shopping, there are ways consumers can use their credit card in order to improve their credit score.more
- Jury rules for defendants in credit score lawsuit
Category: Credit Score News
November 20, 2009
Fair Isaac plans to appeal decision in favor of VantageScore, TransUnion and Expirian.more
- Putting kids on card account could help build their credit score
Category: Credit Score News
October 30, 2009
Some card companies will allow children as authorized users on credit card accounts.more
- Credit card offers can come with positives
Category: Credit Score News
October 29, 2009
Having credit cards can help maintain a good credit score.more
- Pay off debt on time to help repair damaged credit
Category: Credit Score News
October 26, 2009
Delinquencies can hurt a credit score.more
- Credit score may make people pay more for insurance
Category: Credit Score News
October 26, 2009
People in the northern part of Texas who have a poor credit score may end up shelling out more for insurance.more
- A good credit score may lead to lower credit card interest rates
Category: Credit Score News
October 21, 2009
People with a good credit score may find that card companies will be more willing to negotiate with them when it comes to interest rates.more
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