Credit Basics


Learn the importance of credit and its multiple uses

What is Credit?


Credit is generally defined as a contractual agreement in which a borrower receives something of value now and agrees to repay the lender at a later date—generally with interest


Credit also refers to the creditworthiness or credit history of an individual or company

Benefits of Planning Early

  • Credit card companies, banks, and other lenders will generally offer their best loan terms and interest rates to their super-prime customers.
  • Consumers with super-prime credit have credit scores at the highest end of a credit bureau's score range
  • You have less chance of going into debt you cannot handle
  • You can help yourself, and/or your family

What is a FICO Score


A FICO score is a credit score created by the Fair Isaac Corporation (FICO).1 Lenders use borrowers’ FICO scores along with other details on borrowers’ credit reports to assess credit risk and determine whether to extend credit. FICO scores take into account data in five areas to determine creditworthiness:


Credit also refers to the creditworthiness or credit history of an individual or company

Benefits of Planning Early

  • You have more money and financial security
  • You know how to use money to acheive goals
  • You have less chance of going into debt you cannot handle
  • You can help yourself, and/or your family



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