Costa Mesa, Calif., OCT. 6, 2023 – As part of its commitment to Financial Power to All™, Experian is now offering Experian credit reports in Spanish[i] to serve the burgeoning U.S. Hispanic-Latino community. To generate awareness about how to access the Experian credit report and the bilingual educational resources Experian offers, the company is launching campaigns with national Hispanic-Latino media networks and sharing educational information with several community organizations this fall.
Charlando about credit
When it comes to credit, an Experian survey reveals that more than 25 percent of Hispanic-Latinos want to know what information on a credit report means and 45 percent are interested in learning how to build credit. While half (50%) of those surveyed want to know how to keep their credit score high[ii].
To kick off the campaign, Experian is collaborating with NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises and TelevisaUnivision to deliver credit information across several Spanish-language media platforms. This effort includes a video series with NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises featuring TV personality Andrea Meza, the host of its morning show “Hoy Día” and former Miss Universe 2020, beginning on October 9.
“I’m delighted to work with Experian to raise awareness about taking care of finances for our Latino community in the United States,” says Meza.
TelevisaUnivision will also help build credit awareness with Experian across its footprint of networks and streaming platforms. Viewers will learn about the availability of Spanish credit reports by Experian on popular Univision programs such as” Despierta América” and “El Gordo y La Flaca,” award shows and live sports.
As active supporters of the Hispanic-Latino community, Experian will also distribute credit education via trusted community partner organizations including UnidosUS – a national Hispanic civil rights and advocacy nonprofit organization – and Inclusiv Network, the only national association representing CDFI certified, and minority designated credit unions.
“Understanding your personal credit history is critical to financial wellness. Removing the language barrier and providing Experian credit reports in Spanish is part of our commitment to financial inclusion for all,” said Wil Lewis, Chief Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Talent Acquisition Officer for Experian. “We hope that this enhancement promotes equitable access to financial tools that will further empower the Hispanic community.”
How to access credit reports in Español
Consumers can now access and download an Experian credit report in Spanish by enrolling in a free or paid Experian membership at www.experian.com/gratis. The offering allows Experian members to see their Experian Spanish-language credit report, keep track of their credit and leverage a variety of financial tools and features all in one place. An Experian membership includes access to a FICO® Score[iii], credit monitoring, an auto insurance comparison shopping service, credit card marketplace, credit education and more. Consumers can also call Experian to request an Experian Spanish-language credit report via mail.
For educational information in Spanish, Experian offers a credit e-book and consumers can access articles at the Ask Experian blog here.
About Experian
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[i] Only Experian credit reports are available in Spanish. All other services associated with an Experian membership are available in English only. English fluency is required for full access to Experian’s products.
[ii] Experian survey, September-December 2021
[iii]Credit score calculated based on FICO® Score 8 model. Your lender or insurer may use a different FICO® Score than FICO® Score 8, or another type of credit score altogether. Learn more.