Credit History For Dummies (For teens)

How to get started with finding you credit score:

1. You want to get secured credit card.

2.Only charge the card for the things you know you can afford.Ex: If you want to get the newest iphone.But you just upgraded on your data plan. So wait until your first bill is paid before you buy a new phone.

3.Make every payment on time.

4.Try not to have many accounts.

5.Keep track of your progress by checking your credit score or history.

6. And once you have had the card for a year apply for a unsecured credit card.

This is a video showing how to raise your credit score by 100 points

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