Equal Credit Opportunity Act

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Definition: Equal Credit Opportunity Act


Equal Credit Opportunity Act


Full Definition of Equal Credit Opportunity Act


A federal law prohibiting lenders from discriminating on the basis of the borrower’s race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, marital status, or public assistance program participation.


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Equal Credit Opportunity Act are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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