Credit Reports

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What is a credit report?

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A credit report is a detailed record of an individual's credit history, including information about credit accounts, payment history, and outstanding debts.

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What does a high credit score indicate?

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A high credit score indicates that a person is a low-risk borrower, which can lead to better loan terms and lower interest rates.

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What is a borrower?

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A borrower is a person who takes and uses a sum of money under an agreement to pay it back.

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What is a lender?

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A lender is an individual or institution that provides funds to a borrower with the expectation of being repaid.

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What information is typically found on a credit report?

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A credit report typically includes credit card balances, loan amounts, payment history, and public records like bankruptcies.

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What information does NOT appear on a credit report?

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Information about purchases made in cash or with a debit card does not appear on a credit report.

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Why is it important to have a positive credit history?

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A positive credit history is important because it can lead to higher credit scores, lower interest rates on loans, and better chances of loan approval.

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What factors can negatively impact a credit score?

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Late payments, high credit utilization, and having too many hard inquiries can negatively impact a credit score.

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What is credit utilization?

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Credit utilization is the ratio of your current credit card balances to your credit limits, expressed as a percentage.

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What is the significance of a credit score range?

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Credit scores typically range from 300 to 850, with higher scores indicating better creditworthiness.