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| The Reasons Why or Why Not To Cancel Bank Credit Cards. |
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The trend of making monthly payments with credit cards issued by the bank is a trend that is rapidly increasing. The negative side of the trend is that if you have too many bank credit cards, it could affect the credit score of the holder. Most people have more than one bank account and with that bank account there is usually a bank credit card associated with it. If a bank credit card is not being uses, it is best to cancel the credit card all together. If you lose your bank credit card, the best thing is to cancel it and then reapply for another if you really need it. Remember, instead of getting a bank credit card for each account, checks are still available and do not affect your credit.
If you do cancel a bank credit card, make sure that there is no balance that is owed on it. Once you pay off the balance completely the bank should be notified that you are canceling it and it is wise to get the notice of cancellation in writing. If the bank says it is cancelled and it is not and if you owe a balance on it, you will acquire interest on that balance. Some banks have even been known to increase the interest of a bank credit card if they know the customer wants to cancel it after they pay off the balance.
There are several ways in which you can cancel a bank credit card. You can either phone the bank by phone or send a physical letter to the bank requesting the cancellation. In the request there should be personal information such as name, account number, and address of the card holder. To be safe, make sure that the letter is sent with a delivery confirmation or signature confirmation. Keep a copy of this letter in case there is a problem in the future. This will be your proof of cancellation and the bank cannot charge your account with this proof.
The bank should send you back a notice that they have received the request and that again is proof that they received your letter or phone request. The bank will now probably cancel your access to ATMs or cash machines and any convenience checks associated with the request will be destroyed. You as the customer should destroy any checks that you have in your possession. If you have any rewards on your bank credit card, these will probably be cancelled along with your card.
It is wise to get a copy of the current credit card report when you cancel your bank credit card. This will give you proof of the balance or that you have paid off the balance. A copy of your current credit score is also prudent. You can see whether or not the cancellation of the bank credit card has hurt or approved your credit score. If you are planning to buy a house or other large purchase, don’t get rid of a bunch of bank credit cards at one time. This will adversely affect your credit score.
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