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BillM223
March 20, 2018
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Lowering my credit score

  • March 20, 2018
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Doesn't checking my credit score lower it? I've always heard that.

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      KatrinaB48
      March 22, 2018

      No. This credit inquiry doesn't affect your credit in any way, no matter how often you view your credit score. This type of request is what's called a "soft" inquiry, which means the request is only viewable by you.

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