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Credit Repair Services and Information |
Credit Repair Services and Information Credit Scoring Systems What is a Credit Score About credit scoring systems Credit details used in credit scoring models Improving credit scores Credit Scoring Systems A credit scoring system cannot use certain personal characteristics, as defined by the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. These include an individual's race, religion, sex, origin or marital status. If a scoring system uses age as a characteristic, it is obligated to give elderly persons equal treatment. Different credit scoring models can be used depending on the type of credit being applied for. As well, many generic forms of scoring systems have been developed by third parties. In all of the systems, characteristics are identified for either random samples or samples with similar financial histories. Each of these characteristics is given a score, based on it's perceived ability to determine credit risk. The characteristics are then statistically analyzed to determine creditworthiness. There is no one, single credit scoring model used by all creditors. They differ in terms of the model itself and the characteristics used, and they can differ depending on what type of credit is being sought. Generally speaking, changes in one factor used by the model affects other factors within the model. Discuss the model being used by the creditor in question to determine what factors are most important in determining your credit score. Every Credit Reporting Agency calculates a credit score based on the information in a consumer's credit report. Fair Isaac Corporation uses their own system to calculate a Fico score based on the data provided to them by the 3 major Credit Reporting Agencies. Ask your creditor what credit score they are using to assess your creditworthiness. Regardless of what credit scoring system is being used to determine your credit worthiness, remember that certain factors, including timely bill payments, steady employment, and past credit repayment will always help raise a credit score. Any credit scoring model that isn't accessing up to date, accurate information about you cannot possibly reflect a credit score in the best possible light. Credit repair services can help remove inaccuracies from your credit report, helping you score higher on any credit scoring system. The Consumer Federation of America offers information and articles about credit scores. Read through the FTC's information about credit scoring. |
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