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Five C's of Lending

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What are the five "C's" of lending?
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The 5 C's of lending are a method lenders use to assess a borrower's creditworthiness:

Character: How the borrower has handled their credit obligations in the past

Capacity: The borrower's ability to repay the loan, including their income and debt

Capital: The investments the borrower has made, such as equipment, land, and inventory

Collateral: An asset used to secure the loan, such as a home or car

Conditions: The terms of the loan and any economic conditions that may impact the borrower's financial stability

First published on 12/29/2024

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