Closed account
Credit scores & reportsA credit account that is no longer active or open for new spending.
Overview
Closed accounts can still appear on your credit report for several years.
The history on a closed account can still affect your score.
Why it matters
- It can impact your average account age.
- Positive history can continue to help your profile.
- Negative history can continue to weigh on your score.
FAQs
Does closing a card hurt my score?
It can, especially if it reduces available credit or average account age.
Can I remove a closed account from my report?
Only if it is incorrect. Otherwise it stays for a standard reporting period.
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