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No-Credit Credit Cards—How to Get Credit with No Prior Credit History
Most young adults struggle with getting approved for credit. This is not because they have poor credit; rather, it’s because they have no credit history. Having no credit history can be just as bad as having bad credit. However, there are ways that you can begin building your credit. This article discusses some of the best credit-building options.
Get a Parent with Good Credit to Co-Sign
If you have a parent who has good credit and is willing to co-sign for a loan for you, this can be an excellent way to build a credit history. Loan companies will base their approval decision on your co-signer’s credit rather than yours, so you’ll likely receive better interest rates.
Secured Credit Cards
Secured credit cards require you to deposit money into a savings account to be used as collateral. For example, if you deposit $500 into a savings account, then your credit limit on your secured card would be $500. You then use the card just as you would any other credit card, the difference being that if you cannot repay the borrowed money, it is simply deducted from the balance of the savings account that you would receive upon closing the account. Secured credit cards are primarily for borrowers who want to build their credit, so they generally report to all three major credit bureaus monthly.
Department Store Credit Cards
Another option for obtaining a credit card is to apply for a department store, grocery store, or gas station credit card. These types of cards generally have less strict guidelines on whom they offer credit. This can be beneficial for consumers who frequently shop at the store they obtain credit through because they are more likely to use the card for necessary expenses, and less likely to splurge on items they wouldn’t buy with cash. Take a moment to view our recommended list of providers who specialize in credit and credit history at www.abcloanguide.com
Once you have a means of building a credit history, it is important to be responsible and make your payments on time every month. It will be considerably harder to get credit if you have a short history of bad credit.
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