Here's why an 850 credit score isn't all it's cracked up to be -- and what you really need

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Super-Prime Credit Scores: Definition, Advantages, and How to Qualify

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Investopedia

Credit Scores for People in Their 30s and 40s—How Do You Measure Up?

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The average credit score in every state — how do you stack up?

The average U.S. credit score is 715, according to FICO's Score Credit Insights, which examined data from April 2025. That's still in the "good" range, but it represents a two-point drop ...
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Here’s What Happens When Your Credit Score Hits 850

This transcript was prepared by a transcription service. This version may not be in its final form and may be updated. J.R. Whalen: Here's Your Money Briefing for Monday, January 13th. I'm J.R. Whalen ...