CFinance glossary

Credit History

Quick definition

A record of borrowings and repayments.

Overview

A credit history records all the borrowings and repayments of a person or business, and influences their ability to borrow in the future.

Common Uses

Assessing creditworthiness
Access to credit
Loan terms

Examples in Small Businesses

Loan applications
Negotiating with suppliers
Evaluating partnerships

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