Here’s what to know about credit scores and how to raise yours: A credit score is a three-digit number that indicates how likely you are to pay back money when you borrow it, based on your credit ...

Having a good credit score can make a big difference when it comes to the interest rate you get on all types of credit, whether you're trying for a home mortgage, an auto loan or credit card.

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