What is a soft credit check for car rental?
What is a soft credit check for car rental? Soft credit checks are done by various companies and individuals. These inquiries into your credit history normally don't affect your score and are only used to see if there is any credit history. Hard credit checks can negatively impact a credit score and are more in-depth than soft checks.
Do car rentals only take credit?
The short answer is no, a credit card is not required to rent a car, but it may make things easier. Most of the major rental agencies will accept debit cards for initial deposits and final payments.
Do they run your credit when you rent a car?
Under normal circumstances, a rental car company typically doesn't require a credit check as long as the renter pays with a credit card. A credit check is only required by a few companies if the driver decides to pay with a debit card.