What is a FICO® Score?
A FICO® Score is a three-digit number calculated from the information on your credit report that allows lenders to quickly, consistently, and objectively assess your credit risk. Your score helps you obtain credit based on your actual borrowing and repayment history.
How do I view my FICO® Score?
Any Member can view their FICO® Score by simply logging into Mobile Banking, clicking on the top left corner tab, finding the “Credit Score” button, and selecting the “Push For Credit Score” button.
Any Member can also view their FICO® Score by simply logging into Online Banking, clicking on the “Services” tab in the top navigation, looking for “Get FICO® Score”, and clicking the “Continue” button.
If you need assistance setting up Online Banking, please view our Online Banking user guide.
How are FICO® Scores calculated?
FICO® Scores are calculated from data in your credit report that is grouped into the five categories outlined below. The percentages in the chart reflect how important each of the categories is in determining your FICO® Scores.
Your FICO
® Scores consider both positive and negative information in your credit report. Late payments and collections can have a major impact on FICO
® Scores, but establishing or re-establishing a good track record of on-time payments may have a positive impact on your score.
FICO® is a registered trademark of Fair Isaac Corporation in the United States and other countries.
Freedom Credit Union and Fair Isaac are not credit repair organizations as defined under federal and state law, including the Credit Repair Organizations Act. Freedom Credit Union and Fair Isaac do not provide “credit repair” services or advice or assistance regarding “rebuilding” or “improving” your credit record, credit history, or credit rating.
