I checked my Equifax report today and discovered a CA that is not showing on my report pulled a hard inquiry? What are my options if any in this matter? Of course i never authorized this pull
If they're collecting on behalf of your OC they have the right to do so. But as GEORGE would say, just because they have the right, doesn't mean they HAVE to. The CA doesn't give a **** (use your own four letter expletive) about poisoning your CR. As a matter of fact, they enjoy it.
THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A "SOFT" AND "HARD" is that a "SOFT" will not "POISON" your report...(LOWER YOUR SCORE)... This "MIGHT" work...DEAR CRA..."I did not apply for a credit card or loan with XXXXXX CA on XX/XX/2003...PLEASE remove the inquiry"