There are three major credit agencies. They are Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. Another one, Innovis, is also becoming part of their reign. When inquiring about your credit, make sure you are in touch with one of the main credit agencies. There are many smaller ones who get their information from the main agencies. You are entitled by the federal government to one free credit report per year. Get in contact with one of the main agencies for this free credit report, and open communication to begin to build your credit to a good credit score.