“Failing to pay bills on time may affect this” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.CREDI SCORE is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Failing to pay bills on time may affect this”. It was last seen in the puzzle of February 25, 2026, where it runs at 17 Across and fills 11 squares. It crosses 11 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.