Understanding Your Credit Score

Credit Education

What Does Your Score Mean?

Your credit score helps lenders estimate risk. Use the slider below to see what your score category typically means, and how it can affect interest rates for credit cards, auto loans, and mortgages.

Prime
720 / 300–850
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Credit Cards (APR)
18% – 22%
Auto Loan (APR)
6% – 8%
Mortgage (APR)
7% – 8%

Prime scores usually qualify for the best rates and easier approvals.

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Faster Approvals
Higher scores usually reduce underwriting friction.
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Lower Cost Of Borrowing
Small rate changes can cost thousands long-term.

How Much Does A Low Score Cost You?

Use the calculator below.

Auto Loan Calculator

APR is estimated from your selected score category (Prime/Sub-Prime/Poor). You can override APR below if needed:

Your Estimated APR
7.0%
Monthly Payment
$0
Total Interest
$0
Extra Cost Vs Prime
$0
Financing paperwork
Mortgage Calculator

APR is estimated from your selected score category. Optional override:

Your estimated APR
7.5%
Monthly payment
$0
Total interest
$0
Extra cost vs Prime
$0
Home financing

What Is Used To Calculate A Credit Score?

Hover or tap factors to reveal what matters most. (Great for engagement on the page.)

Payment History (35%)

Your on-time payments are the single biggest driver of your score. Late payments, charge-offs, and collections can have a major impact.

Tip: Even one missed payment can hurt, set autopay reminders.

Improving Your Credit Score

A quick interactive checklist users can tick off. Progress updates instantly.

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