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Features

Comprehensive documentation of all Credit Engine features, capabilities, and use cases.

Credit Intelligence Features

Multi-Bureau Credit Analysis

The Credit Engine provides comprehensive analysis across all three major Canadian credit bureaus.

Supported Bureaus

  • Experian: Full report parsing and score analysis
  • Equifax: Complete credit profile evaluation
  • TransUnion: Detailed credit history assessment

Analysis Capabilities

interface CreditAnalysis {
  score: number;
  scoreRange: { min: number; max: number };
  factors: CreditFactor[];
  trends: TrendAnalysis;
  recommendations: Recommendation[];
  riskAssessment: RiskProfile;
}
 
interface CreditFactor {
  name: string;
  impact: 'positive' | 'negative' | 'neutral';
  weight: number; // 0-100
  description: string;
  improvementTips: string[];
}

Real-time Score Monitoring

Track credit score changes and receive instant notifications about important updates.

Monitoring Features

  • Daily Score Checks: Automated daily monitoring
  • Change Alerts: Instant notifications for score changes
  • Trend Analysis: Historical score tracking
  • Milestone Tracking: Goal achievement notifications

Factor Impact Analysis

Understand exactly what’s affecting your credit score and by how much.

Key Factors Analyzed

  1. Payment History (35%)

    • On-time payment rate
    • Late payment severity
    • Collection accounts
    • Public records

  2. Credit Utilization (30%)

    • Overall utilization ratio
    • Per-card utilization
    • Available credit
    • Credit limit changes

  3. Credit History Length (15%)

    • Average account age
    • Oldest account age
    • New account impact

  4. Credit Mix (10%)

    • Account type diversity
    • Installment vs revolving
    • Mortgage presence

  5. New Credit (10%)

    • Recent inquiries
    • New account openings
    • Credit shopping patterns

AI-Powered Coaching

Claude Integration

Advanced conversational AI powered by Anthropic’s Claude for personalized credit advice.

Coaching Capabilities

interface CoachingSession {
  userId: string;
  context: {
    currentScore: number;
    targetScore: number;
    timeframe: string;
    financialSituation: FinancialProfile;
  };
  conversation: Message[];
  recommendations: ActionPlan;
}

Personalized Improvement Plans

Custom strategies tailored to individual credit situations and goals.

Plan Components

  • Current Situation Analysis: Comprehensive credit profile review
  • Goal Setting: Realistic target score and timeline
  • Action Items: Prioritized steps with impact estimates
  • Progress Tracking: Milestone monitoring and adjustments

Example Improvement Plan

{
  "plan": {
    "currentScore": 650,
    "targetScore": 750,
    "timeframe": "12 months",
    "strategies": [
      {
        "action": "Pay down credit card balances to 30% utilization",
        "impact": "+40 points",
        "timeline": "3 months",
        "priority": "high"
      },
      {
        "action": "Set up automatic payments for all accounts",
        "impact": "+20 points",
        "timeline": "1 month",
        "priority": "high"
      },
      {
        "action": "Become authorized user on established account",
        "impact": "+15 points",
        "timeline": "2 months",
        "priority": "medium"
      }
    ]
  }
}

Educational Content

Clear explanations of credit concepts tailored to user knowledge level.

Topics Covered

  • Credit score calculation methods
  • Canadian credit system specifics
  • Credit product comparisons
  • Financial literacy basics
  • Fraud prevention strategies

Financial Analysis

Bank Statement Processing

Automated analysis of bank statements to identify credit improvement opportunities.

Analysis Features

  • Transaction Categorization: Automatic expense classification
  • Spending Patterns: Monthly trend identification
  • Cash Flow Analysis: Income vs expense tracking
  • Bill Payment Timing: Optimization recommendations

Spending Pattern Analysis

Identify areas where spending adjustments can improve credit health.

interface SpendingAnalysis {
  categories: {
    name: string;
    amount: number;
    percentage: number;
    trend: 'increasing' | 'decreasing' | 'stable';
  }[];
  insights: {
    type: 'warning' | 'opportunity' | 'achievement';
    message: string;
    impact: string;
  }[];
  recommendations: string[];
}

Credit Utilization Management

Strategic recommendations for optimizing credit card usage.

Optimization Strategies

  • Balance Distribution: Spread balances across cards
  • Payment Timing: Optimize statement dates
  • Credit Limit Requests: Strategic increase timing
  • Card Closure Impact: Analysis before closing accounts

Document Generation

Dispute Letters

Automated creation of professional dispute letters for credit bureaus.

Letter Types

  • Error Disputes: Incorrect information challenges
  • Identity Theft: Fraudulent account disputes
  • Outdated Information: Removal requests
  • Verification Requests: Debt validation letters

Template Example

# Dispute Letter Template
 
[Date]
 
[Credit Bureau Name]
[Address]
 
Re: Dispute of Inaccurate Information
Account: [Account Number]
 
Dear [Bureau Name],
 
I am writing to dispute inaccurate information on my credit report...
 
[Specific dispute details with evidence]
 
Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, I request that you investigate...
 
Sincerely,
[Name]

Goodwill Letters

Professional templates for negotiating with creditors.

Use Cases

  • Late payment removal requests
  • Charge-off negotiations
  • Settlement offers
  • Account rehabilitation

Custom Document Generation

Situation-specific documents based on individual circumstances.

interface DocumentRequest {
  type: 'dispute' | 'goodwill' | 'verification' | 'custom';
  recipient: string;
  situation: string;
  supportingData: any;
}
 
interface GeneratedDocument {
  content: string;
  format: 'pdf' | 'docx' | 'text';
  instructions: string[];
  followUpActions: string[];
}

Advanced Analytics

Predictive Modeling

Forecast credit score changes based on planned actions.

Prediction Capabilities

  • Action Impact Estimation: Score change predictions
  • Timeline Projections: Achievement date estimates
  • Risk Assessment: Potential negative impacts
  • Scenario Comparison: Multiple strategy evaluation

Comparative Analysis

Compare your credit profile against benchmarks.

Comparison Metrics

  • Regional averages
  • Age group benchmarks
  • Income level comparisons
  • Industry-specific standards

Trend Analysis

Historical pattern recognition and future projections.

interface TrendAnalysis {
  historical: {
    period: string;
    scores: number[];
    events: CreditEvent[];
  };
  current: {
    score: number;
    trajectory: 'improving' | 'declining' | 'stable';
    velocity: number; // points per month
  };
  projected: {
    threeMonth: number;
    sixMonth: number;
    twelveMonth: number;
    confidence: number; // 0-100%
  };
}

Integration Features

API Integration

RESTful API for seamless integration with other services.

Available Endpoints

  • /api/analyze - Credit analysis
  • /api/coach - AI coaching sessions
  • /api/generate - Document generation
  • /api/monitor - Score monitoring

Webhook Support

Real-time notifications for important events.

Webhook Events

  • score.changed - Credit score updates
  • alert.created - New alerts
  • goal.achieved - Milestone reached
  • report.available - New credit report

Data Export

Export credit data in various formats.

Export Formats

  • JSON: Structured data export
  • CSV: Spreadsheet compatible
  • PDF: Formatted reports
  • API: Programmatic access

Security Features

Data Protection

Comprehensive security measures for sensitive credit information.

Security Measures

  • Encryption: AES-256 for data at rest
  • TLS 1.3: Secure data transmission
  • PII Masking: Automatic sensitive data hiding
  • Audit Logging: Complete activity tracking

Compliance

Full compliance with Canadian privacy regulations.

Compliance Standards

  • PIPEDA: Personal Information Protection
  • PCI DSS: Payment card data security
  • FCRA: Fair Credit Reporting Act
  • Provincial Laws: Quebec, Alberta, BC specific

Access Control

Granular permission system for data access.

interface AccessControl {
  user: {
    id: string;
    roles: Role[];
    permissions: Permission[];
  };
  resource: {
    type: 'credit_report' | 'score' | 'analysis';
    owner: string;
    sensitivity: 'public' | 'private' | 'restricted';
  };
  action: 'read' | 'write' | 'delete';
  allowed: boolean;
}

Performance Features

Response Optimization

Fast response times through intelligent caching and optimization.

Performance Metrics

  • API Response: < 200ms average
  • Report Analysis: < 2 seconds
  • Document Generation: < 1 second
  • AI Coaching: < 3 seconds first response

Scalability

Built to handle growing user base and data volume.

Scaling Capabilities

  • Horizontal scaling support
  • Auto-scaling based on load
  • Database read replicas
  • CDN integration

Reliability

High availability and fault tolerance.

Reliability Features

  • 99.9% uptime SLA
  • Automatic failover
  • Data redundancy
  • Disaster recovery

Upcoming Features

In Development

  • Open Banking Integration: Direct bank account connections
  • Mobile SDK: Native mobile app support
  • Voice Interface: Alexa/Google Assistant integration
  • Multilingual Support: French language support

Planned Enhancements

  • Machine learning score predictions
  • Automated dispute handling
  • Credit card recommendations
  • Mortgage readiness assessment
  • Business credit monitoring
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