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Credit Defined

United States Credit Rating

Did you know the United States of America has a credit rating? This is not to be confused with America’s average national credit score. The U.S. as a nation has an actual credit rating.

Understanding Installment Accounts & Credit

Recently you may have read about the benefits of acquiring a revolving account. Installments accounts are another type of credit line. Installment accounts include: student loans, home loans and car loans. 

Early Payments Help Credit

It is necessary to pay your bills on time in order to preserve a decent credit score. Any agreement you enter into with a lender will require that you make a monthly payment at a certain time. There is an added benefit to making these payments early as it pertains to revolving accounts. Borrowers can make their monthly payments early to avoid interest. This will also decrease your debt-to-income ratio as it shows on your credit report.

"R0-R9" What Do These Notes Mean On Your Credit Report?

A rating scale is applied to each item on an individuals credit report. The  "R" stands for rating and starts at 0 and ends at 9. This rating indicates the status of each item for the creditor and responsible party for the debt. These "notes" are placed by the creditors and can be seen by anyone who pulls your credit report.

Credit Basics


The concept of credit may seem somewhat complicated to understand. The Insider Opinion blog is designed to give you insider information on the credit world and how it works.
 
What is credit?
Credit is borrowed money used to purchase items from everyday needs to properties. This money must be paid back, typically during a specific period of time. Lenders make a profit from the borrowed money by charging interest, a percentage of the sum of money owed. The interest varies for each line of credit and can change depending on factors such as whether or not you pay on time.