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* Points kept on file by credit reporting agencies that indicate how much debt a person has; higher scores are ideal. Low scores indicate an unfavorable credit history. | * Points kept on file by credit reporting agencies that indicate how much debt a person has; higher scores are ideal. Low scores indicate an unfavorable credit history. | ||
Revision as of 22:00, 15 November 2004
Definitions and Common Terms
Bankruptcy
*Chapter 7
*Chapter 13
Consolidation
- The process of combining all debt into one sum and having only one payment. This may be helpful when there are multiple credit cards with high interest rates. Consolidation is used in other circumstances as well.
Garnishee or Garnishment
- A creditor can legally take money from a debtor's paycheck.
Insolvent
- Unable to meet debts or discharge liabilities.
Liens
- The creditor can legally claim the property of the debtor by placing a lien on the property until the debt is paid.
Liquidation
- A debtor may be legally ordered to sell all assets in order to settle debts.
Sue or suit
- The creditor can take legal action to get the money owed
Beacon or Credit Score
- Points kept on file by credit reporting agencies that indicate how much debt a person has; higher scores are ideal. Low scores indicate an unfavorable credit history.