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

Here, then, are 8 financial fixes for anyone with an hour to spare. Credit reports are inherently scary. But it’s a good idea to check yours regularly, said Ted Rossman, a senior industry analyst at ...

If you’re someone who manages the family’s finances, worries about identity theft and values maintaining a good credit score, The Watchdog has the latest updates for you. Specifically, let’s dive into ...

Nearly half of all credit reports may contain errors, some of them costly to your credit score, according to a new watchdog report. One-quarter of the consumers were unable to access their credit ...

A delinquency on your credit report indicates a payment that's been late for 30 days or more. This is one of the last things you want to have in your credit history as it can cause significant and ...

Natalie Campisi is a senior journalist who covers personal finance, balancing timely news with in-depth enterprise reporting. Her mission is to make complex financial issues clear and accessible for ...

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.

In honor of National Consumer Protection Week, we brought in experts from the Federal Trade Commission, the Tennessee Attorney General's Office, the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance and ...