GCR - Establishing Credit

Establishing Credit Lesson

You're 18! You're off to college and/or on your own for the first time. This is the time to start building your credit identity. Credit card companies can be found on many college campuses offering incentives for students to apply for cards. Watch the video below to learn how to begin your credit story.

Now that you are off to a good start, let's talk about keeping good credit.

Maintaining Good Credit

Maintaining a good credit rating is all about making good choices and managing spending. There are many things you can do to maintain or improve your credit score. Just as you can improve your credit, you can ruin your credit, too. View the information below for ideas on how to maintain and improve your credit, as well as some mistakes you can make that can hurt your credit.

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