Credit Score vs. Credit Report: Understand the Key Differences

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

Credit-bureau stocks like Equifax's are getting hammered as FICO moves to directly license mortgage scores

Fair Isaac, known as FICO, is aiming to cut costs for the mortgage industry as it looks to bypass Equifax, TransUnion and Experian FICO says it plans to license its credit scores for mortgages ...
MarketWatch

Credit Bureau Shares Slide After FICO Launches Direct Licensing of Mortgage Scores

Shares of credit bureaus fell Thursday, a day after Fair Isaac said it would allow mortgage lenders to access FICO scores directly, bypassing credit bureau companies. Equifax fell 8.7% to $231.59 a ...
ConsumerAffairs

Credit Score vs. Credit Reports: What’s the Difference?

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 ...