Getting a perfect credit score is impressive, but is it necessary? Here's what an 850 does -- and doesn't -- get you.

Achieving an 850 credit score is a rare feat, representing the pinnacle of creditworthiness. While it promises access to the ...

A 750+ credit score unlocks more than just low APRs. Here are three underrated ways a great score can save you money and open ...

As you draw closer to retirement, it becomes more important than ever to stay on top of your financial health — which means looking at metrics like your credit score. Depending on how you've dealt ...

The average cost of a car is an estimated $45,869, according to a recent joint forecast from J.D. Power and LMC Automotive. Adding to the sting are rising interest rates, which make the cost of ...

Texans with low credit scores are paying almost $3,000 more for home insurance on average each year than those with high scores, according to a new report that also found the scores impact consumer ...

Some people doggedly pursue a perfect credit score: an 850. But they shouldn't. In this stock image, a bullseye is pictured. Getty Images April 13, 2014— -- There are some people in life for whom ...

CheapInsurance.com reports that your credit score influences auto insurance rates, with significant cost variations based on ...

Your credit score affects your ability to secure loans, rental housing, and favorable interest rates. Credit scores are determined by payment history, debt levels, credit mix, and length of credit ...