article thumbnail

Credit card debt reaches a record high among U.S. consumers

Collection Industry News

Credit card balances reached a record-setting $866 billion in the third quarter of last year, which represents a year-over-year increase of 19%. Credit balances reached a record-setting $866 billion in the third quarter of last year – and they are expected to keep climbing, the report from TransUnion said.

article thumbnail

FICO Score 10, Most Predictive Credit Score in Canadian Market

Fico Collections

Interest rates in Canada increased notably in 2018, impacting consumers across the board, but particularly those with interest rate-sensitive products such as lines of credit, and variable rate personal loans and mortgages.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Average U.S. FICO® Score Stays Steady at 716, as Missed Payments and Consumer Debt Rises

Fico Collections

and globally -- making access to credit more efficient and objective, which has continued into the present day. FICO® Scores are dynamic and evolve as changes in consumer behavior are reflected in the underlying credit bureau data housed and managed by the three primary U.S. consumer reporting agencies (CRAs). in April 2022.

article thumbnail

How Many Credit Cards Should I Have?

Credit Corp

There isn’t a right or wrong answer regarding how many credit cards somebody should have — it all depends on your money management skills and finances. Some people may be able to manage two credit cards, while others may be comfortable with 10 or more. Is It Good to Have Multiple Credit Cards?

article thumbnail

How to Use Alternative Data to Build Your Credit Report

Titan Consulting

Alternative credit sources that do not report to the credit bureaus can include payments for rent, utilities, service accounts, and personal loans. Rent Bureau , now owned by the credit bureau Experian, electronically compiles rental data from property management companies and individual landlords.

Lender 98
article thumbnail

Do Existing Debts Impact Your Credit Score When You Move Abroad?

Credit Corp

More importantly, will my existing debts impact my credit score in a new country? From renting a house to applying for credit cards, credit score plays a major role in availing basic amenities in a new country. I was worried if my credit score and credit card debts back home would hurt my credit score abroad.

Lender 94
article thumbnail

Top Challenges Consumer Face When Using Alternative Credit Scoring Systems

Titan Consulting

Credit bureaus measure variables related to your debt like the total amount of your debt, if you make your debt payments on time, how long you have been paying on debt obligations and how much debt you are servicing relative to how much potential debt has been extended to you.

Lender 98