Most people may know their credit history when they look at their credit report, but 70 percent do not even have an idea that they have a credit score. And this score, which is a three-digit number, may get in the way between you and your important purchase. You may know what is in your credit report, but understanding your score is an important part of your credit health.
Why do you need to understand your score if you already know what is in your credit report? The reason is most mortgage lenders and large financial institutions will want to know your credit risk level when applying for credit. They will base their assessment and approval process for credit application on your score. FICO scores are the most-used credit scores. Though other companies have their own version of a credit score, FICO scores remain to be the most widely-used score. In fact, most people refer to their credit scores as FICO score. Other companies’ version of score may be used by lenders to view your credit, but if you know your FICO score lenders will really to see you.
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