Understanding Credit Reports and Scores

Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky

Guest: Kelly May, Senior Extension Associate for Family Finance and Resource Management

MoneyWi$e Episode 4, Season 5

Credit reports and credit scores can be difficult to understand.  However, using the knowledge shared by Kelly May on this episode of Talking FACS, you can decipher what the numbers mean.  Kelly also provides tips for accessing your credit report and steps to take to keep your score strong.

To access your free annual credit reports:
annualcreditreport.com or call 1-877-322-8228.  To request by mail,

Annual Credit Report Request Service

PO Box 105281

Atlanta, GA 30348-5281

For more information about:

Credit reports and scores

Disputing and reporting false information on your credit report

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