Your credit score can help you get a house, a car — and apparently, a date

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February 12, 2018 7:06 PM

Finding a partner who is financially responsible is more important than having an attractive significant other, according to a new survey.

The majority of online daters would prefer a partner with a good credit score than a nice car.
A good credit score is perceived to be a sign of responsibility, trustworthiness, and intelligence.
Finding a partner who is financially responsible is more important than having a physically attractive significant other, according to a recent survey.

You don't need a fancy sports car or a killer body to impress a date.

A national study performed by Discover and Match Media Group of 2,000 American adults found that a good credit score may help land you a relationship. Match owns dating websites and apps —such as Tinder, Match.com, and OkCupid — covering 63 million global users.

For 58% of online daters, a good credit score is more attractive than a nice car. Half of those surveyed prefer a partner to have a good credit score over an impressive job title, and 40% took the credit score over a physically fit body.

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