Why Do I have Skin Tags?

I have skin tags or tabs as some people call them. And they bug me a lot!
No one else notices them cause they're very small but I notice them. I read that skin tags usually occur around midlife, but I'm 18 and have gotten them for as long as I can remember. Anyone know why? or how I can get rid of them?
I also read that over-weight people or people with diabetes tend to get them more. I am not over-weight and I don't have diabetes. Its not a big deal, but I keep finding a lot of little skin tags. Any good answers will help.
Thanks!

Suggestion:

Honestly, sometimes there is no reason. The most common reason is that someone in your family had them as well.

The unfortunate thing is that if removed, they often return.