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With the U.S. mired in a recession and unemployment at its highest level since the Great Depression, many lenders have turned off the credit spigot for all but the most qualified borrowers. So despite record-low mortgage interest rates, many would-be home buyers have been left frustrated.

A new credit index released by Fair Isaac Corp. this week could change that, potentially making it easier for borrowers to score a loan. The company also produces the widely used FICO credit score. Learn more.