When are credit scores free?

A reader wants to know why stores that pull credit scores when you apply for credit don't tell you what the number is -- and how the scores work in general.

FYI Direct to launch new TV campaign for FreeScore.com

FYI Direct is launching a new television campaign for its FreeScore.com brand, a company that gives free credit scores online.

FYI Direct to launch campaign for FreeScore.com

FYI Direct is launching an integrated campaign for its FreeScore.com brand, a company that gives free credit scores online. Two new TV commercials will begin airing on Feb. 6 along with online efforts.

Monitor your credit for free

I take some time every year to pull a free credit report from AnnualCreditReport.com to make sure my finances are in order and there aren't any delinquent accounts in my file that shouldn't be there.

Money tip: 12 steps to healthier credit score

Too many credit scores took fairly big hits during the recession, as people paid bills late or not at all.