The social security number is used to get a credit report.

But what do those numbers on your credit report really mean?

Looking at your credit report isn't the same as understanding it.

The price for a basic credit report is under $10.

You should also check your credit report once a year.

Is there such a thing as a free credit report?

Simply look up his credit report and the address was right there.

"I saw some things in my credit report that would take too long to explain."

"A woman got a hold of my credit report on line," she said.

Know what your credit reports say, but don't pay for that knowledge: go to www.annualcreditreport.com to get them.