The regulator of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac has decided to allow mortgage lenders to use an alternative credit score for ...

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac’s regulator says VantageScore can now be used to underwrite home loans, weighing on FICO’s stock.

With BNPL loans exploding in popularity, a change is coming to credit scoring that shows just how mainstream they have become ...

A new rule could help millions qualify for a mortgage, especially renters, gig workers and those with limited credit history.

Have you ever checked your credit score right after making payments, only to find it hasn't changed? It only natural to wonder: "When do credit scores update?" ...

A major shift is coming to the mortgage industry, and it could make homeownership more accessible for first-time buyers.

BNPL companies like Afterpay and Klarna will begin reporting users’ loans and payments to FICO, the company behind the most ...

Unemployment won't directly affect your credit score. Your credit score is a reflection of your history with credit accounts, not your situation. But if your financial behavior changes because of job ...

Fair Isaac (FICO) stock tumbled 8.9% in Tuesday trading after FHfA Director Bill Pulte said mortgage finance giants Fannie ...

Typically, when using Buy Now, Pay Later loans, consumers pay for a given purchase in four installments over six weeks, in a model more similar to layaway than to a traditional credit card. The loans ...

If you have bad credit, personal finance contributor Christopher Liew shares some tips to help you fix past mistakes and get ...

FICO believes the new model will responsibly expand access to credit, particularly for younger consumers or those with ...