It depends. The process of moving, per se, will not affect your credit score. However, if you need to apply for credit or have your credit report checked as part of the moving process (e.g., to apply for a mortgage or to be checked out by a landlord), you may experience a small decrease in your score as a result. Credit experts note that the effects of a move on a person's credit score are typically minimal. Credit scoring models are smart enough to count multiple inquiries about loans during a short concentrated period (typically 45 days) as a single loan.
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