If you see an account in collections on your credit report, it's understandable to feel stressed. Collections, even when paid, can potentially lower your credit score and impact your approval odds for ...

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A hard inquiry occurs when you apply for a credit card, a mortgage or another type of loan. Hard inquiries can reduce your credit score anywhere from zero to five points, depending on the details in ...