Coverage dated November 12, 2026 to November 13, 2026
Survey: 1 in 5 Americans under 45 have settled for a cheaper home because of their credit
Headline from ABC 17 Mid-Missouri
By Moriah Beaver for Lexington Law A bad credit score can mean a higher interest rate on an auto loan or mortgage, a cost that can follow borrowers for years. Higher rates make debt harder to pay down, and a low score can get applications tossed out before they’re ever reviewed.
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By Moriah Beaver for Lexington Law A bad credit score can mean a higher interest rate on an auto loan or mortgage, a cost that can follow borrowers for years. Higher rates make debt harder to pay down, and a low score can get applications tossed out before they’re ever reviewed.
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