 TITLE: Should I Check My Credit Before Renting an Apartment? CONTENT: How to Check Your Credit for Free\n---------------------------------\nYou can get a free copy of your own credit report every 12 months from each of the three credit reporting agencies (Experian, TransUnion and Equifax) through AnnualCreditReport.com. Alternatively, you can get free access to your credit report and FICO® Score☉ through Experian.\nIf your credit is in great shape, you'll likely have a good chance of getting an apartment application approved. But if your credit report has some negative items, it's a good idea to work on addressing them before you submit your lease application. END