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Archive Home > 2006 > October > 20 > Credit scores focus of measure

Credit scores focus of measure

Measure 42 would stop insurance firms from using credit history to set rates

By Yoko Minoura / The Bulletin
October 20, 2006

Insurers routinely look at the driver's age and type of car, along with the person's driving record, when they set rates for car insurance.

For homeowner's insurance, companies' rates depend on factors including the value of the home and previous claims made by the customer, according to a state....

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