Many people treat a credit score as a gatekeeper. A low number feels like a locked door. The reality is subtler. A score shapes some loans heavily and others barely at all. This guide explains what a score is, where it counts, and where it counts far less than you fear.
What a Credit Score Actually Is
A credit score is a single number summarizing your borrowing history. In Canada it runs from...
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