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What type of search will I see on my credit report?
Guide
2 min read
Searches
There’s an account on my credit report that I don’t recognise
Guide
3 min read
Payments & Borrowing
Why is it important to register on the Electoral Roll?
Guide
7 min read
Addresses & Electoral Roll
How does credit utilisation affect me?
Guide
1 min read
Payments & Borrowing
Why is there a suppressed account on my credit report?
Guide
1 min read
Payments & Borrowing
The effects of a repossession
Guide
2 min read
Payments & Borrowing
Linked addresses: why and how?
Guide
4 min read
Addresses & Electoral Roll
What is a voluntary termination?
Guide
1 min read
Payments & Borrowing
What is an address link?
Guide
2 min read
Addresses & Electoral Roll
Why have I dropped off the Electoral Roll during the annual canvass?
Guide
2 min read
Addresses & Electoral Roll
Can a financial association affect a credit application?
Guide
2 min read
Associations & Aliases
What happens when you default on an account?
Guide
2 min read
Payments & Borrowing
Do credit applications affect my credit score?
Guide
5 min read
Searches
Why does my account still show in default even though I'm paying it?
Guide
1 min read
Payments & Borrowing
What is the ‘open register’?
Guide
2 min read
Addresses & Electoral Roll
Why do I have multiple searches for the same credit application?
Guide
3 min read
Searches
Do credit applications appear on my credit report?
Guide
2 min read
Searches
What type of fraud alert will I see on my credit report?
Guide
2 min read
Fraud Alerts & Notices
Why can I see information from over 6 years ago?
Guide
1 min read
Credit Report
All you need to know about achievements
Guide
3 min read
Credit Report
I’ve been a victim of identity fraud, what should I do?
Learn what to do if you’ve discovered that you’re a victim of identity fraud. Know where you stand with Checkmyfile.
Guide
3 min read
Fraud Alerts & Notices
How do I remove a financial association that’s no longer relevant?
Guide
3 min read
Associations & Aliases
Will my alias affect my credit score?
Guide
3 min read
Associations & Aliases
I have a good credit score, so why was I declined credit?
Guide
3 min read
Credit Score
How often is my credit report updated?
Guide
4 min read
Credit Report
Why is my bank account not showing on my credit report?
Guide
1 min read
Credit Report
What is a Password Notice of Correction (PNOC)?
Guide
2 min read
Fraud Alerts & Notices
Understanding payment markers on your Checkmyfile report
Guide
3 min read
Payments & Borrowing
How do late payments show on my report?
Guide
2 min read
Payments & Borrowing
What credit can I get approved for?
Guide
2 min read
Credit Report
How long does information stay on your credit report?
Guide
3 min read
Credit Report
Does checking your own credit report affect your score?
Find out if checking your own credit report can affect your score and learn the difference between a hard and soft search.
Guide
3 min read
Credit Score
What is a good credit score on Checkmyfile?
Guide
4 min read
Credit Score
What to expect with the verification process
Guide
1 min read
Getting Started
5 steps to improve your credit score
Guide
4 min read
Credit Score