Definition: the group or borrowers deemed to be the the most credit-worthy, indicated by a FICO score greater than 620. Prime borrowers are qualified to borrow at the market interest rate as opposed to subprime borrowers who pay higher interest rates.
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By LaToya Irby, About.com
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