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James Jones is Experian's Head of Consumer Affairs. In this popular advice column James answers a regular selection of your topical questions about credit reports, credit ratings and identity fraud. You can find the top questions and resources, the latest questions and James’s answers below. You can also read previous Ask James answers in our five archives arranged below by subject, such as ‘Applying for credit’. And you can check out our comprehensive database of Credit Report Help Centre FAQs. If you have a specific question and can’t find an answer here please use the below form to submit a question. If you wish to contact Experian to query something on your credit report, please contact us.

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Top questions and resources

Do Experian credit reports include rent information?

Did Experian refuse my credit application?

How can I build a better credit rating?

What should I do about missing electoral roll information?

How can I build a credit history in the UK?

Will ordering my credit report lower my score?

Can I order my credit report from an overseas barracks address?

 

Latest questions

How do I get companies to record my house name correctly?

Should I pay my defaults before I apply for a mortgage?

Does my credit report show enough information to reclaim PPI?

Can I check if someone has any court judgments in their name?

How can I get accepted for a monthly gas and electric account?

How do I break a financial link to my ex-husband?

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