Banks Deny Credit Applications from Non-Account Holders Despite Excellent Credit Scores
Consumers with strong credit profiles are rejected for credit cards at banks where they do not have an existing deposit account. The unwritten requirement for a banking relationship is not disclosed upfront, wasting applicants' time and generating unnecessary hard inquiries. This practice creates loyalty lock-in rather than competing on credit merit.
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