Can a Closed Account on My Credit Report be Reopened?
Closed accounts can decrease your credit age, which can drop your credit score. If an account is still active, follow these steps to avoid credit damage.
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Closed accounts can decrease your credit age, which can drop your credit score. If an account is still active, follow these steps to avoid credit damage.
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