Credit score myths: The top 6 misconceptions

Do you know your credit score? It can sure make a difference when you need to borrow money, but many people are clueless ...

5 credit score myths you need to stop believing

Finder.com reports five common credit score myths, clarifying misconceptions about bank history, marriage, payments, and rent ...

Credit scores just plunged at fastest pace since Great Recession as Americans continue to struggle — how does your FICO compare to the new average?

The report put the average American FICO credit score at 715, down from 717 in 2024. The average credit score hasn’t fallen 2 ...

9 surprising factors that can damage your credit score (and how to fix them)

From canceling old cards to cosigning loans, these surprising missteps can quietly hurt your score. Learn what affects your ...
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Protecting Your Credit While Rate Shopping

Borrowers can compare lenders without damaging credit by getting prequalified, shopping within 45 days and delaying new ...

Credit Scores by Generation: How Age Influences Your FICO Score

Discover how average credit scores vary by generation, with a detailed breakdown for Gen Z, millennials, Gen X, baby boomers, ...

Gen Z credit scores saw a record decline in 2025, data shows. How are Wisconsin borrowers doing?

In 2025, the average credit score for Gen Z borrowers fell to 676, well below the national average of 715, according to a FICO report.
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How to shop for a mortgage without hurting your credit score

Part of the homebuying process involves shopping around with multiple lenders for the best mortgage rate. But without a plan, the very act of shopping around can negatively impact your credit: A ...
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Those Missed Student Loan Payments Are Messing Up Your Credit Score

A new report finds that scores dropped the most for those age 18 to 29. Here’s how to deal with a drop in your score. By Ann Carrns Young adults, those 18 to 29, are starting to see the negative ...