Getting a perfect credit score is impressive, but is it necessary? Here's what an 850 does -- and doesn't -- get you.

This map of the average credit score by state shows how credit scores differ by region Aaron McDade is a breaking news reporter for Investopedia. He is an experienced journalist who has covered ...

Congratulations: You just earned a perfect 850 credit score. That's a major financial achievement, and definitely cause for celebration. But in terms of actual, tangible benefits, a perfect credit ...