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Keeping good credit can make all the difference in how you live your life. Good credit can get you a new house, a new car, or a business loan. Bad credit can make it impossible to get anything you want. But many people don't know many of the requirements for maintaining good credit. Furthermore, many people have special credit situations that require some analysis to figure out what exactly to do. The purpose of this blog is to provide some answera and some resources for further exploration.


How and why is my credit card affected when I open and close a credit card?

Filed Under (Credit) by admin on 13-08-2009

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Double Negative asked:


I see a great deal at a store to open up a credit card and get a prize or a rebate. If I want the big discount I open the credit card and then get the discount but I don’t want or need the credit card at all.

Is it better to close down this new card or keep it open with a zero balance? How does opening and closing account affect my credit score?

What is the best credit card for an 18 trying to build credit?

Filed Under (Credit) by admin on 02-08-2009

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illusional_reveur asked:


I’m soon to be 18 and am looking to get a credit card to help build credit. My dad said the best thing to do is to just use it to buy gas, but I’m not really all that up to date on how credit cards work and which ones are the best. Does anyone have any wise credit card wisdom to pass on to me?

What credit card out there has the easiest approval?

Filed Under (Credit) by admin on 26-07-2009

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youresoscene_xxx asked:


I have some credit, but not a whole lot. My credit score is 628. I also have a delinquncy with Chase, which I am trying to pay off now, but I want to get a different credit card in the mean time to make payments on that to increase my score.

So what are some credit cards that will approve almost instantly with a credit score like that? I just want to get it to improve my credit.

What is the best credit card to get for a college student?

Filed Under (Credit) by admin on 19-07-2009

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Rose asked:


I would like to know which credit card is best since I am a college student. Some people tell me it’s “Capital One” other say that’s the worst since they get unknown charges, others say that the credit card from your bank is better. So which credit card has been best for you guys??? This is my first time getting a credit card (in which I hate them’ cause u get addicted to it) so I have no idea of which 1 to get.

What credit card is higher a Band of America Platinum Plus or a Bank of America Signature Credit Card?

Filed Under (Credit) by admin on 16-07-2009

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travelplus asked:


With the World Points Credit Card what is higher a Platinum Plus or a Signature. What is the difference in terms of APR, Eligibility etc? What is the highest level of cards? Is My Concierege a good service? Are the airfares really without blackout dates? Is there accident insurance. With the new Bank of America World Points card with 1.25 points is the Platnium Plus the highest level?

what is the best credit card for a first timer who wants to build credit?

Filed Under (Credit) by admin on 09-07-2009

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cyndaylou asked:


I am very responsible with how I spend money, so please don’t lecture me on how credit cards are so dangerous. I’ve waited til I felt financially secure enough to get one.

I just want one so I can work on establishing credit. I want to make one or two monthly purchases and pay them off so I can have some credit. I just want to know what kind of card should I look into getting.

I know I want a card with low-intrest rates(who doesn’t) and no annual fees. I am also a college student. If you can give me any information on a card you think I should look into, please let me know. thanks a bunch.

What is the best credit card to apply for for the first time?

Filed Under (Credit) by admin on 11-06-2009

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flori0009 asked:


I have years of excellent on-time rental history, however I have no credit because I’ve never been in debt (always pay bills on time) go figure. I was wondering which credit cards I could apply for, for the first time. Wal-Mart Credit card rejected me because I have no credit, and I’m just looking for something small so I can put things on the card and pay them off quickly to establish some sort of credit. Any suggestions?

What credit card can I apply for that does not check credit?

Filed Under (Credit) by admin on 02-06-2009

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sayyeahh asked:


I am attempting to build a positve credit rating and I need a card that reports to the credit bureau, but will allow me to obtain it without a credit check. HELP?

What credit card should I go for citi bank or bank of america?

Filed Under (Credit) by admin on 28-05-2009

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azkoolchik asked:


I have a credit score of 700 and wanting another credit card. I was thinking about citi bank or bank of america. What one should I get? I only have one other credit card from Wumu. I want a credit card that report to the 3 credit bureaus every month. Anyone has either one of these cards, if so, what one did you like and why?

What is a good credit card to get that you almost will never get turned down for?

Filed Under (Credit) by admin on 18-05-2009

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JerseyJeff84 asked:


I currently have two credit cards, but would like to get one final one. I’ve been getting turned down for a few recently that I thought sounded good. What are some good cards and websites where I can get a credit card that almost every gets approved for? I’m young(21) and trying to establish some more credit. My friend got approved for a Best Buy credit card tonight and his credit isn’t that good. However, I just want a main card(for example: visa, discover) and not a store card. Thanks for any help.