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### Essential Guide to the Credit Application Process and Understanding Credit Bureaus ###

Navigating the credit application process is vital for both lenders and borrowers. Creditors assess two main factors: the ability and willingness of borrowers to repay loans. Understanding the 3 C's of credit—Character, Capacity, and Capital—can significantly influence approval. Complete and accurate credit applications are crucial, as well as providing thorough documentation. Credit bureaus play an essential role in gathering, verifying, and selling credit information, creating reports that detail payment histories. Familiarity with credit contracts and statements helps avoid fraud and ensures informed borrowing. ###

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### Essential Guide to the Credit Application Process and Understanding Credit Bureaus ###

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  1. APPLICATION PROCESS, CREDIT BUREAU, CREDIT DOCUMENTS Credit applications and documents

  2. CREDIT APPLICATION CREDIT BUREAU STATEMENT OF ACCOUNT Vocabulary

  3. Credit Application Process Creditors need to be assured of 2 things: Ability to Repay and the Willingness to do so The 3 C’s of Credit Character - Honesty and Willingness to Repay Capacity - Ability to Repay Capital - Value of the Borrowers Possessions

  4. Credit Applications Fill out completely, accurately, and honestly Documenting Credit Data Provide lender with references to ensure accuracy Actions to Establish Credit Ex.) Checking and Savings, Small Credit Purchases with Payments made in full, Strong Employment Record, and Earnings

  5. Credit Bureaus Gathers Information on Credit users Sells information to businesses and institutions offering credit, such as banks, finance companies, and retail stores. Creates a credit report showing debts owed, how often credit is used , and whether debts are paid on time.

  6. The 3 Major Credit Bureaus

  7. Credit Documents Credit Contracts Know What You are Signing Questions p. 466 Example – Terms and Conditions of Credit Card Statement of Accounts Identify key elements in the Credit Statement Accuracy of Records Helps avoids credit issues Avoiding Fraud Verify payments and eliminate loss or theft

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