Banking & Finance
Overview
The banking system manages your cash, credit score, loans, and financial transactions. Understanding banking is crucial for managing your finances effectively.
Bank Account
Your bank account holds your cash:
- Starting balance for new players
- Receives income from all sources
- Used for purchases and expenses
- Balance shown on dashboard
Credit Score
Your credit score affects loan availability:
- Starts at a base level
- Increases with on-time loan payments
- Decreases with missed payments
- Required for certain unlocks
Target Scores:
- 580: Basic loans
- 700: Large loans, Manager Tier 4
- 800: Prime Borrower achievement
Loans
Taking Loans
Borrow money from the bank:
- Basic Loans: Unlocked at Level 4, Wealth Tier 3, Credit 580
- Large Loans: Unlocked at Level 10, Wealth Tier 6, Credit 700
- Loans have interest rates
- Monthly payments required
XP Reward: Taking loans gives 20 XP.
Loan Payments
Make monthly loan payments:
- Payments due monthly
- On-time payments improve credit
- Missed payments hurt credit
- Can pay off loans early
XP Reward: On-time payments give 8 XP. Early payoff gives 15 XP.
Loan Strategy
- • Use Wisely: Only borrow what you need
- • Pay On Time: Maintain good credit
- • Pay Early: Bonus XP and save interest
- • Leverage: Use loans to invest in assets
- • Manage Debt: Don't over-leverage
Farm Account
Farms share a single farm account:
- Separate from bank account
- Receives farm income
- Pays farm expenses
- Can transfer to/from bank
Transaction Logs
All transactions are logged:
- View transaction history
- Track income and expenses
- Monitor financial activity
- Audit your finances
Related Systems
- Balance Sheet - Financial overview
- Unlocks - Credit score requirements
- Earning Methods - Income sources