Credit Report Demonstration
It's important that you look at your credit report from the three
main reporting companies to make sure each is correct. Your credit
report may vary from one company to another. Each copy of your credit
report costs about $12.00 and may be free in certain cases.
Directions
- Click the Report
link. An animated demonstration will begin in a separate
window.
- View the demonstration and notice each section of
the credit report shown.
- Click the Close Window link to return to the course.
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Internet Field Trip –Credit Reporting Companies
Now take an online field trip to visit one or more of the Credit
Reporting Company Web sites. You can order a credit report if you
wish to see your credit history. Ordering your own report will not
lower your credit score.
Caution: Some of these companies offer access to a free credit
report and score. Be sure to read the terms and conditions
or legal terms before ordering one of the free reports.
These terms often appear via a learn more link or a link at the
bottom of the page.
Read all the directions before you begin.
Directions
- Click one of the links below:
- Review the information and costs for the different types of
reports.
- Follow the prompts provided if you wish to order from the
Web site. Note: You will need to provide a credit card and your
email address to complete the request.
- If you decide to order your report, check that
the information is correct when you receive it.
- Click the Close Window link to return to the course.
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Once you understand how to order and read your credit report, you
can monitor it periodically for accuracy. The next sections will
explore how to repair and protect your credit.
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