How to access your Credit Score

According to Equifax, the leading North American credit reporting and information company, its services “empower individual consumers to manage their personal credit information, protect their identity and maximize their financial well-being.” Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Equifax Inc. has offices in 14 countries throughout North America, Latin America and Europe.

Get your credit report from Equifax Canada at www.consumer.equifax.ca/home/en_ca by following the simple instructions. The company also has a Credit Watch program. Credit Watch is designed to keep you informed of your credit and financial health. You’ll know within 24 hours, says Equifax, if there’s been a change to your credit report. This service helps in uncovering the early signs of identity theft. If someone is trying to open credit in your name, you can act quickly to avoid potentially serious damage. Accessing your Equifax Credit Score and its Credit Watch program do involve certain costs indicated on its website.