The ^ symbol is called a caret. Microsoft Word Symbols calls it a Circumflex Accent which is what that symbol is called when placed above a letter in French in words like foâ¦rÃªt. A caret is often used to show where information or text should be added, when proofreading and editing.
If your credit score is over 580, then you can get an FHA loan with a down payment of 3.5%. As of 2015, there is at least one lender approving FHA loans for borrowers with scores down to 550, with an LTV maximum of 90%. For borrowers with sub-620 scores, the lenders have tougher requirements.
However, another definitive way to get your genuine Experian FICO credit score is to simply apply for a major loan such as a mortgage for a home, and let the authorized lenders pull your scores for you. Consumers who apply for loans or mortgages can still get all 3 of their FICO credit scores through legitimate lenders.