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epf terms
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Credit history | A record of a borrower's responsible repayment of debts. |
| Credit rating | An assessment of the creditworthiness of a borrower, typically represented as a score. |
| Credit report | A detailed report of an individual's credit history prepared by a credit bureau. |
| Credit reporting agency | An organization that collects and maintains consumer credit information. |
| Credit score | A numerical expression based on a level analysis of a person's credit files. |
| Credit risk | The risk of loss due to a borrower's failure to repay a loan or meet contractual obligations. |
| Debtors anonymous | A support group for individuals struggling with compulsive debting. |
| Default | Failure to fulfill the obligations of a loan or credit agreement. |
| Due date | The date by which a payment must be made. |
| Finance charge | The total cost of borrowing, including interest and any fees. |
| Fixed interest rate | An interest rate that remains the same for the entire term of the loan. |
| Fixed rate of interest | A rate that does not change over the life of the loan. |
| Foreclosure | The legal process by which a lender takes possession of a property when the borrower defaults on a loan. |
| Garnishment | A legal process that allows a lender to take money directly from a borrower's wages. |
| Grace period | A time period after the due date during which a payment can be made without penalty. |
| Home equity loans | Loans that use the borrower's home equity as collateral. |
| Identity theft | The unauthorized use of someone else's personal information for financial gain. |
| Installment loans/credit | Loans that are repaid over time with a set number of scheduled payments. |
| Interest [APR] | The annual percentage rate that reflects the cost of borrowing. |
| Late fee | A charge imposed for not making a payment by the due date. |