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Give Yourself Some Credit Understanding Your Credit Report Marc Kantlon Economics 101

Credit Report Fundamentals Generated by three companies Experian, Equifax, TransUnion Factors How much you owe to each company Payment history for each company Includes utilites, medical expenses, rent Credit Report Fundamentals

How FICO Calculate Range – 760 (Excellent) to 620 (poor) 35% - Payment history 30% - Amounts owed 15% - Credit history length 10% - New credit 10% - Credit types How FICO Calculate

Improve Your FICO Score Pay bills on time Avoid opening many new accounts Open only if you intend to use Keep balances low Less than 25% of credit limit Review credit report yearly Improve Your FICO Score