credit history
noun
: a record of having borrowed and repaid money in the past
It's hard to buy a car if you don't have any credit history.
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Several years ago, Hannah Case decided to examine her personal credit history.
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Michael Waters, The Atlantic, 9 Jan. 2025
In most states, insurance companies can factor your credit history when deciding to approve you or set your rates.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 28 Dec. 2024
The key innovation is using technology to solve what has historically been credit's biggest challenge in emerging markets: lack of credit history and capital.
—Boaz Sobrado, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Loan approval and actual loan terms depend on applicant’s state of residence and ability to meet OneMain Financial credit standards such as a responsible credit history, sufficient income after monthly expenses, and if applicable, availability of eligible collateral.
—Jasmin Suknanan, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2024
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Michael Waters, The Atlantic, 9 Jan. 2025
In most states, insurance companies can factor your credit history when deciding to approve you or set your rates.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 28 Dec. 2024
The key innovation is using technology to solve what has historically been credit's biggest challenge in emerging markets: lack of credit history and capital.
—Boaz Sobrado, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Loan approval and actual loan terms depend on applicant’s state of residence and ability to meet OneMain Financial credit standards such as a responsible credit history, sufficient income after monthly expenses, and if applicable, availability of eligible collateral.
—Jasmin Suknanan, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2024
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“Credit history.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/credit%20history. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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