Your Virtual Credit Manager

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Because creditworthiness is complex, credit grantors consider a variety of factors when making credit decisions, including: Financial history: A business's credit and financial history, including their payment record and credit score, is an important factor in determining creditworthiness.

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Fundera

JULY 20, 2018

Most of us are familiar with the concept of checking our credit score—and, luckily, it’s a fairly simple process these days (for instance, you can do it right here). It’s true—even though you might think that a business credit score is just, well, private business , it’s actually publicly accessible.

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Gaviti

OCTOBER 23, 2023

So how can companies ensure ahead of time that they are doing business with a reputable business that will pay on time and minimize the risk of late payments as much as possible? One possibility is by running a business credit score and report on new customers. What is a Business Credit Score and Report?

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Fundera

JUNE 15, 2018

Even before you began your search for small business loans , you’ve more than likely heard of a credit score. You’ve also more than likely heard of a good credit score, too. Here’s the gist of it: Your credit score is a numerical indication of how responsibly you’ve handled your financial obligations.

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Fundera

DECEMBER 12, 2018

Credit scores have become a huge part of our lives. There’s no question a good credit score is crucial for so many varying parts of our lives, but the questions stands—what is a good credit score? What is the score you need to get the best credit card, mortgage, business loan , auto loan, etc.,

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Due

JANUARY 3, 2023

Often referred to as credit reporting agencies, these companies work independently. Credit Reports vs. Credit Scores. Your credit scores are also influenced by your credit reports. The reason for this is that credit scores are calculated using information from your credit report.

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tillful

JANUARY 9, 2023

You’re probably aware that good business credit comes with perks, but it might be less clear as to why. Well, it all comes down to credit risk. Your business credit score is an indicator that banks and other financial institutions use to gauge the risk associated with lending to your small business.

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tillful

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Have you heard about the FICO Small Business Scoring Service (SBSS)? Like most business credit scores, the SBSS helps lenders and service providers understand the level of credit risk that businesses present. Here’s a closer look at FICO SBSS scores, why they matter, and how you can improve yours.

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tillful

MAY 17, 2023

Unfortunately, derogatory marks cause your credit scores to drop and alert future creditors that you present a higher credit risk. Along with credit account information, credit reports typically include public records — records of incidents or actions recorded with a government agency.

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Know-It Global

MARCH 21, 2023

The key metric displayed on a business credit report is a business credit score. Each credit reporting agency will use slightly different scoring criteria and algorithms, but this score will let you know at a glance the credit-worthiness of a company. The credit limit is also displayed here.

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Fundera

SEPTEMBER 29, 2017

When you become a business owner, you quickly realize that it isn’t just about your personal credit score anymore. Yes, your personal credit score still plays a (surprisingly) important role in your business’s life, but now you have another financial indicator to pay attention to: your business credit score.

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MNS Credit Management Group

AUGUST 31, 2022

Despite the fact that a business credit report can provide important information about a company’s financial health, many businesses aren’t fully aware of what it is. This business credit score shows that you have good money management skills and the ability to pay back any loans you obtain on time.

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tillful

MARCH 8, 2023

Over the past two decades, the financial services industry has been gravitating towards a more comprehensive approach to credit risk assessment. Credit scoring models alone don’t tell the whole story, so companies are looking to alternative credit data to fill in the gaps. Here are a few examples.

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Fundera

FEBRUARY 17, 2016

Just as you monitor your personal credit score by reviewing your credit reports periodically, it’s important to keep up to date on your business’s credit score by regularly reviewing its credit reports, too. Bankruptcy and Collections. Make sure every element of your credit report is accurate.

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CommandCredit

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

The three major business credit agencies (Equifax, Experian, and Dun & Bradstreet) each use slightly different information to evaluate the financial health of a business, but each produces an overall credit score and predictions on future creditworthiness. Learn more about Equifax business credit reports.

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Fundera

AUGUST 29, 2022

Although there will be some variation based on the issuer and type of card, your eligibility will be largely based on your personal credit score, especially if you’re applying as a newer business. You’ll want to check your credit to get a sense of where you stand before choosing a business credit card.

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Due

MAY 28, 2023

Banks, by nature, face numerous risks. These risks include credit risk, meaning loans may not be paid turning them into non-performing assets, and liquidity risk, which is when withdrawals from the bank are more than the bank’s available funds. What Is a Bank Crisis?

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Know-It Global

JUNE 20, 2023

This guide provides a comprehensive overview of credit control practices and strategies that your business can implement to mitigate credit risk, reduce debtor days and boost cashflow! Setting Up Credit Control Processes 1.1 This is where business credit checking comes into play.

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Fundera

JULY 12, 2016

While there’s some debate in American politics over whether or not “corporations are people,” it is true that businesses have credit scores and can receive credit reports the same way individuals do. What is a Business Credit Score? Public records that include bankruptcies and judgements. Company size.

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Fundera

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

While there’s some debate in American politics over whether or not “corporations are people,” it is true that businesses have credit scores and can receive credit reports the same way individuals do. What is a Business Credit Score? Length of credit history. Risk factors in your industry.

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MNS Credit Management Group

AUGUST 7, 2023

A company that does not have a sufficient corporate credit score may struggle to obtain crucial loans. What is a company credit score? A business credit score is a credit rating that indicates how likely a company is to repay its loans on schedule and without default.

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tillful

JANUARY 11, 2023

Credit is a fundamental business tool that allows companies of all sizes to keep operations running smoothly, invest in expansion, and work with their partners and vendors. Traditional business credit scores work off key indicators that they’ve determined to accurately reflect a company’s financial strength and creditworthiness.

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Fundera

MARCH 6, 2019

Bankruptcy. Turning to bankruptcy should be given careful thought because it will have a negative effect on the business credit score. Turning to bankruptcy should be given careful thought because it will have a negative effect on the business credit score. Business Credit Score.

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Fundera

FEBRUARY 6, 2018

Bankruptcy. Turning to bankruptcy should be given careful thought because it will have a negative effect on the business credit score. Turning to bankruptcy should be given careful thought because it will have a negative effect on the business credit score. Business Credit Report. FICO Score.

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Fundera

DECEMBER 27, 2018

If you’re a small business owner, you have two credit scores. There’s your personal credit score, and then there is your business credit score. A business credit score is a reflection of the creditworthiness of your business. Payment History. Public Record.

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Due

AUGUST 2, 2023

Financial hurdles also affect the credit score in case of defaults or late payments. Besides, red marks on the credit report make future loans expensive. While the federal government helps students avail of college education, it doesn’t consider the credit risk.

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Fundera

APRIL 5, 2018

Major red flags, like tax liens , bankruptcies, collections, and judgments, could disqualify you from being approved for a business credit card. In addition, credit card companies might take a look at your spending habits on other cards. Personal Credit Score. See Your Credit Score. ?Too

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Your Virtual Credit Manager

MARCH 26, 2024

Economic circumstances may prompt a vendor to either tighten or loosen its credit policies and customer credit limits. Going beyond the impact of macroeconomic trends, a company’s customers operate in dynamic business environments, and for a majority of them, the credit risk they pose is either increasing or decreasing.

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