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Definition of "credit history"

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record of somebody's repayment of loans a potential borrower's record of debt repayment. Individuals or organizations with a poor credit history may find it difficult to find lenders who are willing to give them a loan.

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Definitions of ’credit history’ and meaning of ’credit history’ are from the book publication, QFINANCE – The Ultimate Resource, © 2009 Bloomsbury Information Ltd. Find definitions for ’credit history’ and other financial terms with our online QFINANCE Financial Dictionary.

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