Strange Address on Your Credit Report? Here’s What to Do

Fact checked by Betsy Petrick Fixing an incorrect address on a credit report is crucial. Getty Key Takeaways An incorrect address can be an innocent error, but it can also signal identity theft. The address on your credit report generally won't affect your credit score. Notify the credit reporting agency that issued the report if you see an incorrect address there. You can place a freeze or fraud alert on your credit in serious situations. Your credit report is a critical component of your finan ...