You need to get a copy of your credit report from all the major credit reporting agencies, which are Equifax, Experian and TransUnion. Find them on the Internet and ask them to give you a copy of your credit report.

The FACT Act that was passed by Congress permits all consumers one free copy of their credit report per year to find out credit score. You will need to visit different websites for more information. Sometimes one of the agencies will provide you with one report for free, but you are best off to visit Get Credit Healthy.

If you are serious about credit repair, you will need to obtain copies of all three credit reports. Creditors are not required to report to any of the credit reporting agencies, and often they will just report to one. Having all three credit reports on hand will help you make repair to your credit more thoroughly.

Here are more tips to improve your credit score: If you make all or most of your responsibilities in a timely manner, your credit score will improve. Lenders look at your credit score as a way to evaluate your credit worthiness. If your credit score is low, you will likely have trouble in obtain new credit.

Lenders also look at your income, your debt status, the amount of credit you have available to you, and the manner in which you do your monthly payments. By paying in a timely manner, you will keep you credit score at an average or above average level- a stable rating. If you have had credit problems, you may want to make an extra effort to repair your credit and elevate your credit score.

Your future and your financial stability and capacity greatly depend to a large extent on your credit report and your credit rating. Get a copy of your credit report each year to make it sure that the information is exact and that your accounts are listed appropriately. Your credit score is a substantial component of your life and you should make an effort to maintain it good.

Elizabeth Karwowski, the founder of Get Credit Healthy, has designed a 7-Step program to get you back to Credit Health. This program includes a one-on-one mentorship by one of their FCRA and FICO certified Credit Wellness Advisors.