1. How do I get a copy of my credit report?

 Get a free copy of your credit report at AnnualCreditReport.com. You can receive a free credit report from each nationwide credit reporting company once every 12 months.

You can also order your free credit report:

No matter which method you choose, you have the option to request reports from the nationwide credit reporting companies all at once or one report at a time. By requesting the reports at the same time, you can determine whether any of your files have errors. By requesting the reports separately, you can monitor your credit files more frequently throughout the year.

Your free credit report does not include a credit score. You can purchase a score directly from the credit reporting agencies and scoring companies. However, it’s important to check your credit report to make sure the information is accurate because your credit score is based on the information in your credit report. It’s also important to note that the score you purchase may not be the same as the one lenders use to decide whether to give credit.

2. What information goes into my credit score?

Some factors that make up a typical credit score include your bill-paying history, the number and type of accounts you have, and how much of your available credit you are using. Here are some of the other common factors that make up a typical credit score

There is no "one" credit score. There are many credit scoring formulas available to you as a consumer as well as to lenders, and the score will also depend on the data used to calculate it. For the most common credit scores, the information that goes into your score comes from your file at the credit reporting companies. This is why it is so important to review these files to ensure they are accurate.

By law, the calculation of your credit score can’t use or take into account factors such as:

3. How does my credit score affect my ability to get a mortgage loan?

 Your credit score, as well as the information on your credit report, are key ingredients in determining whether you’ll be able to get a mortgage, and the rate you’ll pay.

Your credit report and your credit score are two different things. Your credit score is calculated based on the information in your credit report. Higher scores reflect a better credit history and make you eligible for lower interest rates.

You have many different credit scores, and there are many ways to get a credit score. However, most mortgage lenders use FICO scores. Your score can differ depending on which credit reporting agency is used. Most mortgage lenders look at scores from all three major credit reporting agencies – Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion – and use the middle score for deciding what rate to offer you.

Errors on your credit report can reduce your score artificially – which could mean a higher interest rate and less money in your pocket – so it is important to check your credit report and correct any errors well before you apply for a loan.

Your credit score is only one component of your mortgage lender’s decision, but it’s an important one. 

Other factors include:

4. When should I review my credit report?

You should check your credit reports at least once a year to make sure there are no errors that could keep you from getting credit or best available terms on a loan. Be sure the information in the report is accurate and up-to-date. You should also check your report:


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