Credit Report Review
Your credit score impacts your life in many ways. It influences the interest rate a lender charges when you buy a car or house, which determines how much you will pay for the loan. Your credit score can influence your credit card interest rate and the amount you pay for insurance. When you interview for a job, information on your credit report can even influence whether you are offered employment.
GreenPath counselors will guide you through your credit report to help you understand:
- How to read the report
- How to dispute inaccurate information
- What variables are used to determine a credit score
- Ways to improve the credit score
A credit report review benefits everyone – whether you have been denied a loan or are just seeking advice for long-term financial well-being.
Access Your Free Credit Report
You can obtain one free credit report per year from each of the three credit bureaus — Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion. Access your free reports at AnnualCreditReport.com. While the reports are free, you should expect to pay about $5 if you want to see your credit score.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a credit report review cost?
There is no charge for a credit report review.
Will GreenPath provide me with a copy of my credit report?
You can obtain your own report at AnnualCreditReport.com free of charge, although there is a small fee for the credit score. Or GreenPath can provide you with an educational credit report with score for about $15.
Can GreenPath repair my credit?
No legitimate company will provide credit repair. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) warns consumers of any company that charges money for credit repair or offers to remove late payments, bankruptcies, or similar information from a credit report.
How do lenders use credit scores?
Credit scores help lenders assess your likelihood to repay debt responsibly based on your past credit history and current credit status.
How are credit scores determined?
There are several different types of credit scores. Each score is determined using a unique formula. Most use some variation of on-time payment history, percentage of credit line used, debt balances, ages and types of accounts, number of recent credit inquiries, and amount of available credit.