Canceling card is bad for rating

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 04/30/2013 - 11:46
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I want to cancel a credit card because I just don't need this many. I was told that canceling a card is bad for your rating. I got a letter from the card company and if I refuse to accept the new high rates, I can't make any new purchases again. I don't owe them or anyone else any money. Will they cancel the card automatically if I refuse the new terms? What is the best way to get rid of this card without negatively affecting my credit rating?