Credit Score | by Wall Street Survivor

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What is a credit score?

A credit score is a three digit number that is derived from a variety of factors on a credit report. Most lending institutions will use FICO scores to determine credit worthiness. (The acronym FICO comes from the brand name of a credit score calculation created by Fair Issac & Co in1956.) Each person has three FICO scores, one from each of the three national credit bureaus: Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. Although the scores are often similar, there are times when discrepancies on one report may throw off your credit report.

Credit scores range from 300 to 850: the higher the score, the lower the perceived risk. According to Experian, the average score is between 650 and 700. Anything over 700 usually suggests good credit management.

Credit scores often play an integral role when banks decide whether or not you will be approved for a loan. The scores will also affect your interest rate. Usually the lower the credit score, the higher the interest.

Several key factors, each carrying its own weight, determine a credit score. According to Experian these include:

Payment History: Late payments negatively affect your score. Thirty-two percent of your credit score is a result of your payment history

Utilization: Twenty-three percent of your score is based upon your credit accounts. If you use large portions of your overall available balance, that is taken to indicate credit risk

Balances: The amount of reported balances affects 15 percent of your score. Recent increases in balances may be an indicator of risk
Depth of Credit: The length of your credit history and the types of accounts you carry makes up 13 percent of your credit score. A good mix of accounts, including instalment loans and revolving accounts, may have a positive impact on your score
Recent Credit: Ten percent of your credit score is based upon the number of recently opened accounts and credit inquiries. Applying for several new accounts can be an indicator of credit risk

Available Credit: The smallest factor taken into consideration is available credit. Seven percent of the overall score reflects your account balances.

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Any body else an 18 year old getting ready for the world and is having to google this stuff coz you dont know what it menas

st-gsil
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"Hasn't even paid off his student loans yet."
Easier said than done, even if you're financially responsible.

DarkInception
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cyber ethical expert You're really a reliable plug I ever made successful deals with all time💯

bbblitzreplays
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This was so helpful, thanks for teaching me things school didn't

Layla.
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I think you literally just saved my life Graham, I’ve been struggling to find a way out. I’m currently an N.A waiting to get certified because of covid and stuff but I support myself and my grandma. I don’t have anyone to turn to for help, I’ve been trying to save but I can’t because of bills and renting my apartment and everything. But this, literally helped me look to a brighter future. My grandma is crippled so she cannot do work or anything. Most people have parents to turn to but I don’t talk to my mom or dad. This literally helped me so much because since i met *web demon pro 007* the real issue i have about debt was solve in some weeks am sure before June of my birthday i will be home owner

ruslankazimov
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Love the Parks & Rec reference! Made it more understanding! Haha

denzelg
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As someone who has worked for years to boost my credit score. Thanks to my parents wisdom, I have always stayed on top of my credit cards and ensured that I always pay my debt off. Managing debt like this is just one effective way to ensure you maintain a good credit score. Of course, this means you have to live within your means.

AKPebble
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Please note the interest calculation at the end of the video is wrong.  It should state that the interest calculation is for YEARLY interest, not monthly.  Otherwise good basic info.

sironmanxx
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I like the part where you mentioned that the three credit agencies are not governmental sectors but rather private sectors. Very interesting that companies who sell my information for profit tell me how creditable I am.

falnixvalencroth
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Get a secured credit card when you're just starting out. The money you come up with will be the credit card limit. After one year, the money is returned to you.

inwiththenew
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Glad you like it. We have a bunch more coming up soon!

wallstsurvivor
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At 2:10, You math is flawed.   5% annual interest will cost her ~$4/month and Andy's would be ~$166/month.

lmewshaw
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I have officially finished watching your videos and I would like to say think-you for an amazing education in my study of money

RogueCrockett
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My credit score has consistently gone down ever since I took out a Merrick Bank credit card. That's even after I have NEVER missed a payment, ALWAYS pay off my entire balance each month (99% of the time), ALWAYS pay all my bills on time. It seems to me that credit scores are more a reflection of these agency's money paranoia than the consumer's payment history! I also get the feeling that these agency's actually enjoy attacking one's credit score...just say'n'...

zenmeister
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So the system is basically designed to make people get credit cards.

ShepardCZ
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Awesome! Been trying to buy a house. I have NO credit score though. So I have to get the ball rolling.

pfloyd
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Basically it’s like a mini version of Chinese social score

maxbardus
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I'm in the middle: I buy whatever I want when I want, but I don't go beyond my limit. If I run out of money, I just wait till I get paid. Point of the story: don't fuck with credit. It's designed to tempt you into debt that you'll never be able to repay.

Zoki
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AGHHHH the P&R idea is so fun! Thanks for sharing - my students will totally get it with these characters!

mirandamarshall
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13 here, 14 in 2 weeks and thinking of being a user on my dad's card so I can increase credit score. Best to start early as possible right? Stonks

shonedock