Universal Default

GeneralGlossary term

Definition

A now-rare practice where credit card issuers raised APR based on late payments to other creditors. The 2009 CARD Act severely restricted this practice.

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Credit ScoreA numerical representation (typically 300-850) of your creditworthiness based on your credit history. Higher scores indicate lower credit risk and can lead to better loan terms.

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