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Freddie Mac’s average rate on a 30-year fixed-rate loan dropped below 7% and is averaging 6.96%, a decrease of 0.08 ...

A "good" credit score is in the 670-739 FICO range or 661-780 VantageScore. To maintain a good credit score, be sure to make your other credit payments on time and in full, keep a low credit ...

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Discover why a perfect 850 credit score isn't necessary for financial success, and what you can do to improve your score.

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Applying for a credit card triggers a hard pull, which dings your credit score whether you’re approved for the card or not.

Your credit score plays a significant role in determining your interest rate, but other factors such as the lender, amount borrowed, length of the loan and economic conditions also play a role.