Toolkits and Tipsheets

Credit Score Options with CBA Access

March 17, 2026
This tipsheet is designed to help CBA Members understand available credit scores models through the CBA Access program, the differences between credit scoring […]
Toolkits and Tipsheets

Sharing Credit Report Data

October 23, 2023
This tipsheet is designed to help CBA Access members understand the conditions under which they may share credit report data.
Toolkits and Tipsheets

Youth Credit Building Toolkit

May 22, 2023
CBA's newest toolkit is beneficial for organizations, particularly those newer to credit programming, that work with young people between 18 and 24 years…
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Small Dollar Loan Standards

May 17, 2023
CBA is pleased to present seven small dollar loan standards to help support nonprofit lenders and Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) in creating…
Toolkits and Tipsheets

Credit Builder Loan Toolkit

August 18, 2020
This toolkit will support nonprofit organizations to understand the mechanics of credit builder loans, who they benefit most, and how to offer and…
Toolkits and Tipsheets

Integrating Credit Building Strategies in Affordable Housing: Implementation Guide

June 29, 2020
This toolkit is designed for housing providers and community partners who are seeking strategies for integrating credit building into affordable housing communities through…
Toolkits and Tipsheets

Community Credit Building Initiative Planning Guide

May 25, 2020
This toolkit provides lessons learned from The Boston Builds Credit Community Credit Building Initiative's initial planning stages. The toolkit provides anecdotal background information,…
Toolkits and Tipsheets

Achieving Credit Strength: A Toolkit for Supporting Returning Citizens

May 14, 2020
This toolkit is designed for practitioners seeking general guidance for supporting returning citizens with credit building.
Toolkits and Tipsheets

Sharing Credit Reports while Working Remotely

April 1, 2020
Tips for understanding best practices in security and credit report review while working remotely.
Toolkits and Tipsheets

Managing Credit after a Natural or Declared Disaster: Tips for Financial Coaches

March 16, 2020
This tipsheet will help financial capability practitioners and lenders understand how credit may be impacted by a natural or declared disaster and possible…
Toolkits and Tipsheets

Managing Credit after a Natural or Declared Disaster: Resources for Data Furnishers

March 16, 2020
This tipsheet will help financial capability practitioners and lenders understand the credit and credit reporting implications for consumers who are impacted by a…
Toolkits and Tipsheets

Assistive Technology Loan Toolkit

February 15, 2018
Comprehensive toolkit designed to guide organizations through taking the steps needed to plan for, design, and offer Assistive Technology Loans.

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