A credit check that does not affect your credit score, often used for pre-qualification or background checks.
Soft inquiries occur when you check your own credit, when a lender pre-screens you for an offer, or during some employment background checks. Unlike hard inquiries, they aren't visible to lenders and have no impact on your credit score.
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