 TITLE: How to Start Building Credit After College CONTENT: Know Your Credit Score\n----------------------\nBefore you start making efforts to build your credit, it's helpful to know where you currently stand: one, because knowing your credit profile gives you a better sense of what types of credit products you might be able to currently qualify for; and two, it lets you know your starting point so you can track your progress as your credit scores increase. You can get a free Experian credit report and credit score to find out what kind of shape your credit file is in now, and so you can check it periodically to see how your efforts are paying off. END