Types of Credit

Front

Where do banks get the money to lend out to consumers?

Back

From their clients' savings accounts

Front

How do banks make money off of the credit they issue?

Back

They charge a high interest rate on the loan.

Front

Which of the following is NOT a typical type of credit? Mortgage, Overdraft, Credit Card, Pre-Paid Debit Card

Back

Pre-Paid Debit Card

Front

If the collateral for your secured loan can be taken away, why get a secured loan at all?

Back

Because they usually have a lower interest rate

Front

What may NOT impact the interest rate on your loans? Your relationship with the financial institution, Your credit score, The loan amount, Your level of education

Back

Your level of education

Front

True or False: A cosigner's credit history can be affected by the loan they are cosigned on.

Back

True

Front

Why does the amount of INTEREST you owe on a loan decrease over time?

Back

With each payment, principal decreases, so interest lowers

Front

How do you avoid paying interest on your credit card (or any other loan for that matter)?

Back

Always make the full payment on time

Front

Which is TRUE when you make only the minimum payment each month? Options: You are charged interest on the remaining balance, Your credit line is restored to its maximum amount, Credit card companies have permission to sell your information, It is the fastest way to pay off your debt

Back

You are charged interest on the remaining balance

Front

Which is TRUE about Payday loans? Options: You can pay them back in installments, You are charged a 1-time fee for the loan, Most people successfully pay these loans back, You need a credit card account to get one

Back

You are charged a 1-time fee for the loan