
Credit Cards to Build / Repair Credit
by WOW!
Credit Cards - Copyright © 2005
How can you prove your credit worthiness when
no one will give you a chance? If you have bad
credit, or no credit at all, you understand
how difficult it can be to get moving in the
right direction. Luckily, in today's credit
card market there are a variety of options available
to assist you. Let us tell you about some of
the choices you have to get your credit on the
right track:
Secured Credit Cards
Secured credit cards are available to almost
any individual. That's because they require
a security deposit which guarantees your credit
line. For example, if you deposit $300, you'll
receive a credit line of $300. This may not
seem like a true "credit line", but the charges
you make with a secured credit card will be
reported to the 3 major credit bureaus, and
timely payments will show a positive track record
on your credit report. You can use this to your
advantage to build or improve your credit history!
In time, you can move on to a better credit
card offer with no security deposit, lower fees
and a better interest rate.
Unsecured Credit Cards
An unsecured credit card is a "traditional"
form of credit card which requires no security
deposit. Your interest rate and credit line
are based upon your credit history. Although
most unsecured credit cards are out of reach
for many people with poor / no credit, some
credit card companies offer unsecured credit
cards designed specifically for these individuals.
Normally, these credit cards have higher rates
and additional fees when compared to standard
"unsecured credit cards", but they do no require
a security deposit like secured credit card
offers.
Prepaid Credit Cards
A prepaid credit card is like a prepaid phone
card. They operate on a "pay-as-you-go" basis
and can be used anywhere credit cards are accepted.
They offer many benefits, and in most cases,
are very easy to use and operate. But be aware,
not all prepaid credit cards report your activity
to the credit agencies. While you may benefit
from the safety and convenience of not carrying
cash, you won't be building or improving your
credit if the prepaid credit card company doesn't
report your activity to the major credit bureaus.
Luckily, many prepaid credit cards report your
credit card activity or offer this option for
an additional monthly fee.
To see a complete list of secured,
unsecured,
and prepaid
credit cards, please visit:
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