What is BRKSB/CBNA?
BRKSB/CBNA is a credit report code that stands for Brooks Brothers/Citibank North America. This code typically appears as a hard inquiry on your credit report when you apply for a Brooks Brothers credit card issued by Citibank.
Why BRKSB/CBNA Appears on Your Credit Report
If you see BRKSB/CBNA on your credit report, it’s likely because you applied for a Brooks Brothers credit card. This hard inquiry is part of the application process where Citibank checks your creditworthiness before deciding whether to approve your application.
The Impact of Hard Inquiries from BRKSB/CBNA
A hard inquiry like BRKSB/CBNA can cause a temporary decrease in your credit score. While a single hard inquiry might only result in a small drop, multiple inquiries within a short period can have a more significant impact, potentially lowering your score enough to affect your ability to secure new credit.
How Long BRKSB/CBNA Stays on Your Credit Report
Hard inquiries such as BRKSB/CBNA typically remain on your credit report for up to two years. These inquiries are recorded by the major credit bureaus—Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion—and will gradually have less impact on your credit score as time passes.
Addressing Unauthorized BRKSB/CBNA Inquiries
If you find a BRKSB/CBNA inquiry on your credit report that you don’t recognize or didn’t authorize, it’s important to address it promptly. Start by contacting Citibank to verify the legitimacy of the inquiry. If it turns out to be unauthorized, you can dispute it with the credit bureaus to have it removed.
Removing BRKSB/CBNA from Your Credit Report
If the BRKSB/CBNA inquiry is inaccurate or unauthorized, consider seeking help from a credit repair company like Credit Saint. They specialize in disputing and potentially removing various negative items from credit reports, including late payments, collections, charge offs, bankruptcies, and more.
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