Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
“Just give the lender a call and tell them the situation. This happens all the time, so they won’t mind.
Remember, though, that the hard inquiry on your credit will remain—for about a year—on your credit regardless of accepting or declining the loan. But don’t worry, it won’t have long-lasting effects on your credit score.”
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