What Is a Good Credit Score in 2022?

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When we talk about credit scores, there are typically two significant players, FICO and VantageScore. Let’s go through all the in’s and out’s of credit and how it can affect your finances.

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Essentially, a credit score is a number ranging from 300 to 850 to help lenders determine the likelihood that you’ll pay your loan back to them.

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What Factors Impact Your Credit Score?

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Factors That Don’t Impact Your Credit Score

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How Do I Get My Credit Scores?

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Why Having a Good Credit Score Is Important

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