If you have tried to apply for a mortgage loan, you probably have come across the term called FICO. Even if you have not heard of it, rest assure it is used every time you look to secure a mortgage loan. It can determine whether or not your loan application is approved and also the interest rate you pay.
So what is FICO?
FICO are sometimes referred as credit scores. It is a computerized software model developed by Fair Issac Corporation (FICO) to determine credit scores. Think of it as your personal financial score card, only that it is rated by a lending institution or company.
They will assign you a credit score based on an analysis of your credit history. It is then entered into a computer. Most major credit reporting companies such as Equifax and Trans Union uses the FICO model. Mortgage lenders then use your credit score to determine whether or not your loan is approved and the interest rate you pay.
You should note that not all credit reporting companies uses the same software so your FICO score may vary at each of them.
So what are the factors in determining your FICO score?
There are many factors used to determine your credit...