Having bad credit sucks. It makes it harder -- and more expensive -- to borrow money. It can also stop you from qualifying for the best cash back credit cards. More than that, it can impact your ...

Think of your credit score as your money report card. Banks and lenders look at it when you apply for a credit card, a car ...

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More than a third of all Americans have a credit score below 670, according to Experian. And many don’t realize what’s hurting their credit until they’re denied a loan or hit with higher costs. Your ...

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From canceling old cards to cosigning loans, these surprising missteps can quietly hurt your score. Learn what affects your credit (and what to do about it) — from the experts.