: Bureaus use different versions of FICO or VantageScore models.

: If you find an error at one bureau, you must contact that specific agency to correct it.

: The percentage of available credit you are currently using.

: You are entitled to a free report from each bureau once a year via AnnualCreditReport.com.

: Tools like CRIF or similar services help track changes across your reports.

The United States has three primary credit reporting agencies that collect data on consumers: