Credit Cards and Debt
Having good credit can be more important than you think. In today’s world, credit is used for more than just getting a credit card or a loan. More and more employers and renters are relying on credit to determine job offers and leases. You can’t get a cell phone today without having your credit checked and insurance rates can be lower if you have good credit. Utility services now check credit to establish services. It’s typical to want to buy a car or house, and most students today cannot get through college without borrowing some type of student loan. Having and maintaining good credit is important in today’s world!
Obtain your free credit report at Annualcreditreport.com
Articles about credit and credit cards:
How to Read and Understand Credit Reports
Understanding All 3 FICO Credit Scores
10 Things First-Time Credit Card Users Need to Know
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