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flag TransUnion and Equifax slashed VantageScore 4.0 prices to $0.99 and $1, respectively, in 2026 to boost competition and fair lending, though FICO still dominates government-backed mortgages.

flag In 2026, TransUnion reduced its VantageScore 4.0 mortgage credit score price to $0.99, part of a broader industry shift to lower costs and boost competition. flag Equifax also cut its VantageScore 4.0 price to $1, aligning with the FHFA’s push for modernized scoring and fairer lending. flag Both companies offer free VantageScore 4.0 to lenders using FICO scores, while incorporating alternative data like rent and utility payments. flag Despite these efforts, FICO remains dominant in government-backed mortgages, and adoption of alternatives has been slow due to legacy systems and pricing complexities.

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