Repayment is the act of settling a debt according to a loan's terms. typically through recurring payments over a set period of time.| Investopedia
A financial institution (FI) is a company that focuses on dealing with financial transactions, such as investments, loans, and deposits.| Investopedia
A collection agency is a company used by lenders to recover funds that are past due or from accounts that are in default.| Investopedia
A credit report is a detailed breakdown of an individual's credit history, compiled by one of the three major credit bureaus.| Investopedia