Here's What Happens When Your Credit Score Reaches 850

There's no parade or shiny trophy for hitting an 850 credit score. Rather, being in the excellent range unlocks a few extra ...

My dad has been using my identity to open credit cards and take out loans — and he destroyed my credit. How do I fix it?

Although most of us think of the typical scam victim as an older person, according to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), in ...

I’m 25 and just discovered my dad’s been using my name to take out loans since I was a teen — and now my credit’s destroyed. What can I do?

While it may seem harsh, it’s important for Dmitri to involve law enforcement in his quest to recover his identity, as they ...
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Need to boost your credit score? Don't trust these scams | Opinion

With high interest rates and student loan deferments ending, more consumers are being targeted with credit repair scams.

Americans' credit scores have been tumbling — but 1 group is currently facing the harshest financial reality. Why that's a big deal

The inaugural credit insights report from data analytics firm FICO, released Sept. 16, shows the national average FICO score ...