Credit Reporting Agencies

Three agencies accumulate data on which to base your credit history. Their names, addresses and phone numbers are shown below. It is normally very difficult to speak to a live person at these agencies; instead you are directed through a voice-mail maze which will give you instructions on how to get a copy of your report, what it may cost, or how to deal with a problem you may have. In any case, it is better to communicate in writing. Use certified mail so you will get a receipt showing that the agency received your letter and when they received it.

EQUIFAX

P.O. Box 105873
Atlanta GA 30348
(800) 685 1111

EXPERIAN (formerly TRW)

P.O. Box 8030
Layton UT 84041-8030
(800) 520 1221
(800) 682 7654

TRANS-UNION

P.O. Box 390
Springfield PA 19064
(800) 961 8800
(800) 851 2674