The 5 C’s of credit are a method used by lenders to assess the creditworthiness of potential borrowers. These five factors consist of Character, Capacity, Capital, Collateral, and Conditions. They are: 1. Character This refers to the borrower’s reputation and trustworthiness. Lenders will look at factors such as past payment history, credit reports, and references to determine a borrower’s character. 2. Capacity This refers to the borrower’s ability to repay the loan. Lenders will evaluate … [Read more...]