Those with less than perfect credit might be surprised at how quickly they can improve their credit scores, beginning with paying their bills bimonthly.

Credit expert John Ulzheimer spoke with CNBC Make It to explain the one credit score mistake he made and how he fixed it.

Discover eight simple strategies to boost your credit score and unlock better opportunities for financial success.

Good news! Even if poor luck has cratered your credit score, with some hard work and careful planning, you can rebound. Take ...

You can take proactive steps to improve your credit score relatively quickly. By following these steps, you should be able to bump it up 100 points in no time.

From the rates you pay on loans to the ability to rent an apartment, your credit score impacts a lot of things in life, and maintaining good credit is vital to a healthy financial life. Unfortunately, ...

Credit card debt in the U.S. has hit $1 trillion for the first time on record. The Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis reported more than $1 trillion in total balances on credit cards and other ...

Only 1.76% of Americans have a perfect credit score. Here's why you don't need one, and what matters more for your financial ...

A 600 credit score is in the fair credit range, so it’s not considered a good score. You can take action to improve your ...

Most issuers let you request a higher credit limit without hurting your score. Learn how it works, what you'll need, and why ...

Retirement doesn't mean your credit needs disappear. Whether you need access to additional credit for a home project, travel or something else, a credit limit increase can free up additional spending ...