Before we tell you how to get a free credit score, it’s important to know that all free scores and reports are not created equally. Most of these scores are merely estimates of your credit score. They ...

Discover how credit scores and credit reports differ, why each is important, and how they impact your financial life.

When you’re applying for a loan, credit card or lease, knowing the difference between your credit score and credit report can give you some insight into how your lender or landlord views you from a ...

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 ...

Credit Karma is one of our favorite tools for monitoring your credit score and financial health. Your credit score is one of ...

To avoid a log jam, 13 Western states were the first to get free credit reports starting Dec. 1. The other three regions of the country will be phased in March 1, June 1 and Sept. 1. As frustrating as ...