Set goals high, debt low to improve credit score

A recent report shows the proportion of Americans who have FICO credit scores below 600 - a level that makes it nearly impossible to get loans - has risen to 25.5 percent, up from 24.1 percent two years ago. The likely cause: rising unemployment and bad... Credit score - FICO - Business - Financial Services - United States

Foil 6 common consumer credit complaints

Consumers are increasingly steamed about credit practices and abuses.

Documents you need to get a home mortgage

Applying for a mortgage used to be easy: You'd complete an application and the lender would pull your credit score . More often than not, you'd be approved.

Secrets to keeping credit score high

A happy consequence of this Great Recession is that Americans are widely expected to be better consumers.

Paperwork you need to get a home mortgage

Do you have strong credit? You'll still need to jump through hoops to secure a home loan.