CREDIT REPORTS

Found an error on your credit report?

Here is how to fix it for free

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01

3 bureaus

Weekly credit reports

Get all three at AnnualCreditReport.com.

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02

3 bureaus

Check each one

Errors can show on one report but not the others.

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03

$0

Cost to dispute

File online, by mail or by phone, with proof.

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04

30 days

Investigation time

Results must reach you within 5 business days after.

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05

7 years

Accurate items can stay

Disputes fix errors, not accurate negative info.

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Fix your report

Full steps, sample wording and your rights

Read the full guide

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