Know Your Score, Review Your Report
At your request, the three major credit reporting bureaus (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion) will provide you with a free copy of your credit report once a week.
Why Should I Get a Copy of My Credit Report?
A credit report contains information like where you live, how you pay your bills and whether you've been sued or filed bankruptcy. Landlords, lenders, insurance companies or potential employers may request this information. You should get a copy of your report to make sure the information is accurate, complete and up-to-date. Knowing what's in your report may also help guard against identity theft.
How Do I Get My Free Credit Report?
You can only access these reports through one central website, toll-free telephone number or mailing address.
To get your free credit report, go to annualcreditreport.com or call 877.322.8228.
To submit your request by mail, complete the Credit Report Request Form, and mail it to:
Credit Report Request Service
P.O. Box 105281
Atlanta, GA 30348-5281
You may order reports from all three, just two or just one of the credit reporting agencies.
What Information Do I Need to Provide?
You will need to provide your name, social security number, date of birth and all home addresses for the past two years. For security, you may be asked additional verification questions to which only you would know the answers.
How Long Will it Take to Get My Credit Report?
If you request online, you should be able to access it immediately. If you request by telephone or mail, it will be processed within 15 days and mailed to you.
What if I Don’t Understand the Information in My Credit Report?
Once you’ve received a copy of your credit report, our trusted, certified credit counselors can help you make sense of the information in it.
During your free and confidential credit report review, you can expect:
- A complete review to help you read and understand what's on your credit report.
- An individualized plan listing steps to take to improve your credit report and/or score.
- Information on your rights regarding your credit report.
- Specific tools and resources to fix errors on your report.
- Time to discuss any questions you may have.
Understanding your credit score is fundamental to your financial wellness, during the free credit report you’ll gain insights to help you manage your finances.
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Our free and confidential services are available nationwide by phone or virtually. We also offer in-person appointments across Minnesota.
We have counselors who are fluent in Spanish and Hmong. In addition, American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation is available as needed.