Getting Your Credit Report Is Easy and Will Soon Be Free
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Accessing Your Credit Report: Easy and Soon Free
Summary
Getting your credit report is becoming simpler, and thanks to new legislation, it will soon be free.Article
Obtaining your credit report is getting easier, and it will soon come at no cost, courtesy of recent government measures. This is particularly good news if you're planning to apply for a loan or any form of credit, as your credit report provides crucial insights into your financial habits, such as how timely you are with paying loans, bills, and credit card dues.
Thanks to a bill passed by Congress in December 2003 and new Federal Trade Commission guidelines, consumers will be able to request a free credit report every 12 months.
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The three major national credit bureaus?"Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion?"are setting up a centralized system to handle requests for free reports. This will include a dedicated website, toll-free phone number, and a postal address.
The initiative to provide free credit reports rolls out in phases. Starting December 1, 2004, consumers in 13 Western states can request their reports. This will extend to 12 Midwestern states by March 1, 2005; 11 Southern states by June 1, 2005; and the remaining states, along with the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and U.S. territories by September 1, 2005.
HSBC advises timing your credit report request well in advance of applying for major credit. For instance, check your credit at least three to six months before seeking a home mortgage. Similarly, for an auto loan, review your credit and arrange financing with your bank or credit union before you start shopping. This ensures you have time to correct any inaccuracies you might find.
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