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Credit Score

A numerical rating (typically 300-850) representing your creditworthiness based on your credit history.

In Detail

Credit scores are calculated using factors including payment history (35%), amounts owed (30%), length of credit history (15%), credit mix (10%), and new credit (10%). Higher scores mean better loan terms.

Related Terms

Credit Utilization

The ratio of your current credit card balances to your credit limits, expressed as a percentage.

FICO Score

The most widely used credit scoring model, created by Fair Isaac Corporation.