How to get a Credit Card for the first time

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Tip 1 - What Is the Best Credit Card for a First Time Applicant?The Points Guy

Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago | Submitted by markus 200679 | permalink

TPG reader Kashif tweeted me to ask: "@thepointsguy I'm turning 18 this week and I'm thinking of signing up for a credit card that I could pay off. What's your suggestion for the best points card for a first-timer?" Happy 18th birthday, Kashif! Before you choose any card, I'd suggest checking your credit score for free at AnnualCreditReport.com. Keep in mind, though, that even if your credit score is good, a brief credit history will make it more difficult to assure a credit card company that you can/do pay your bills in a timely manner. Chances are good that instead of being approved for a premium points-earning card, you'll be offered a more basic card. The breakdown of your credit, or FICO, score There are a handful of basic credit cards that are geared towards college students and other first-time credit cardholders: The Citi Forward is a good cash-back card that generally offers a sign-up bonus of 2,500 points, earns 1 point for every dollar spent, which you can then redeem for
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For further reading: http://thepointsguy.com/2014/04/what-is-the-best-credit-card-for-a-first-time-applicant/ ^[1]

Tip 2 - How to Apply for a Student Credit Card | Discover

Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago | Submitted by Sara Pillon | permalink

For many, college is a time to apply for your first credit card. But how do you get a credit card with no credit? Here’s what you need to know when applying for a student credit card.

For further reading: https://www.discover.com/credit-cards/resources/for-students/apply-student-credit-card ^[2]

Tip 3 - 4 Ways to Get Your First Credit Card

Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago | Submitted by perla colono | permalink

Getting your first credit card is a big step and, like many first steps, it's not always easy to take. Here are some tips on how and where to get your very first credit card.

For further reading: http://credit.about.com/od/credit101/tp/firstcreditcard.htm ^[3]