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Your credit score plays a significant role in your financial life and it is crucial to understand its importance. What are Credit Bureaus or Credit Information Companies Credit Bureaus, also known as Credit Information Companies are licensed to work in India under the Credit Information Compan
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FAQ :
A credit score is a three-digit number between 300 and 900 that represents your credit risk. In India, licensed credit bureaus like Transunion Cibil, Equifax, Experian, and Crif Highmark collect data from lenders to create your credit profile and score.
Key factors influencing your credit score include your payment history (paying bills on time), credit utilisation ratio (keeping balances low compared to your limit), the type of credit you have (a mix of secured and unsecured loans is good), your overall credit history length, and the number of credit enquiries you have made recently.
A good credit score increases your chances of loan approval, allows you to negotiate lower interest rates, gives you access to pre-approved offers, and can help you secure higher loan amounts and longer repayment periods.
To maintain or improve your credit score, pay all your loan instalments and credit card bills on time, keep your credit utilisation below 35%, maintain a mix of credit types, avoid frequent credit applications, and regularly review your credit report for any errors.
Generally, a credit score above 750 is considered excellent, while a score between 650 and 750 is considered medium. The exact ranges can vary slightly depending on the credit bureau.
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