What is a Hard Inquiry? What is a Soft Inquiry? [Infographic]
September 19, 2019
When a potential creditor looks at your credit reports to help them make a lending decision, it is considered an inquiry. But how they look at it—with a “hard inquiry” or “soft inquiry” (aka “hard pull,” “soft pull”)—could have an effect on your credit score.
Sean P. Egen
After realizing he couldn’t pay back his outrageous film school student loans with rejection notices from Hollywood studios, Sean focused his screenwriting skills on scripting corporate videos. Videos led to marketing communications, which led to articles and, before he knew it, Sean was making a living as a writer. He continues to do so today by leveraging his expertise in credit, financial planning, wealth-building, and living your best life for Credit One Bank.
