Your 30s and 40s are a busy time—you're probably juggling multiple priorities. Still, your credit score is important. Here's how you compare to others and how you can improve.
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Have a low credit score? Here's how to raise it

How to achieve a good credit score ...
Your credit score quietly decides how lenders see you. Improve it, and loans get cheaper, faster, and easier to negotiate.
Only one in four Americans has a credit score above 800, which is considered exceptional, according to industry data.
Every American knows how critical their credit score is. Or at least, they should. A high score unlocks a whole host of financial opportunities: Lower car payments, cheaper mortgages, or even approval ...
Regardless of what happens to the proposed credit card interest rate cap, a better credit score gets you access to better rates.
Getting access to credit can be trickier in retirement, which makes staying on top of your credit score even more important.
Your credit score shapes every aspect of your mortgage terms, from your interest rate to your total repayment amount. Lenders ...