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Yep, other wise you might have to continue paying fees and having an unused credit card lowers your credit rating.

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Q: Should you cancel inactive credit cards?
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What should you do if your credit cards are stolen?

call and cancel them ASAP


Can keeping inactive credit cards hurt your credit rating?

It can, just because there are a lot of credit lines open, and so your potential debt is higher. If you really aren't using a credit card, it is better to cancel it. However, in terms of things that hurt your credit rating, having an inactive card is relatively low.


Does it hurt your rating to cancel a paid off credit card?

No, you should always cancel them out if you have plans for them. It is viewed as a bad thing when there are more cards available to you. The more cards you have the more can can go into debt. There fore the less is better from a credit rating standpoint.


What is meant by CIF in credit card business?

Cards In Force. This is the number of issued cards by a card issuing bank. Includes active and inactive cards.


Why most Americans should not have credit cards?

Why most Americans should not have credit cards.


What is the best way to protect your credit cards if lost?

the best way to protect your credit cards if it is lost is to call up ur bankand tell them to cancel the card.


What do i do Someone stole mine my wife and children's cards?

I assume you refer to credit cards. CANCEL all credit cards immediately. Call the credit card company's number (on your monthly statement) and explain to the rep what's going on.)


Should i put a balance on inactive cards to improve my credit?

To improve your credit rating spend at least $10/month on your card(s) and pay it/them off in full within fifteen days of receiving your monthly bill.


How do you opt out of credit cards?

One can opt out of credit cards after paying their bills completely by cutting up the card, right through the chip, or by called the card company to cancel their services.


Do you keep or cancel old credit cards with no balance on them Why?

Keep them. This will raise your credit score. Having an active account that you do not use is an excellent way to raise your credit score.


What would police do after a stolen credit card report is filed?

Depends if you canceled the cards or not. If you didn't, they will usually go out and max out your cards first, then have you cancel them.


How can you cancel contracts with pre paid credit cards company?

According to my knowledge, prepaid credit cards do not have contracts. The reason being is the credit card is prepaid. This means that the card is already paid for, therefore there is no contract to be signed in the first place.