If the number of errors on your credit report are below average, fixing credit yourself could end up being a free alternative. To get started, our tips on DIY credit repair will cover how to request a free credit report, and review it for error. For information on removing negative items, our guide to credit disputes will get you started with the basic process of disputing through removal letters. For direct information on removing negative items, our free credit dispute letter templates will help in removing some of the common errors found on a credit report.