May 18, 2012
In this post, we have enumerated and discussed five tips that you, and other college students, can use in managing your day-to-day finances. Save up. Get into the habit of setting aside cash that will go directly to your personal savings account or to your contingency fund. Always remember that having personal savings is not [...]
May 17, 2012
In this post, we have listed several things you need to avoid especially when using your student credit card to cover your monthly expenses and bills. 5 Credit Card Habits You Need to Avoid Being delinquent on your payments. Payment delinquency – that is skipping or completely defaulting on your credit card bills – is [...]
May 16, 2012
Is it really possible to build one’s credit history with a secured credit card? To know the answer to this question, we encourage you to read the remainder of this piece. The Answer Yes, it is! In fact, secured card programs are among the best tools you can use to build your credit history. After [...]
May 11, 2012
Below, we have listed three steps college students like you can take to gradually build their credit history. Apply for a line of credit. Always remember that you cannot jumpstart your credit history unless you’re willing to take out and manage a credit account – either a loan or a credit card. So, it is [...]
May 9, 2012
Today, we’ll discuss several ways by which you can effectively manage and pay off a huge credit card debt. 5 Great Tips for Credit Cardholders Come up with a debt repayment plan. The best technique to combat a huge credit card debt is to consider how you can immediately repay your financial obligations, in full. [...]
May 7, 2012
In the paragraphs below, we have listed important queries that you should consider before you apply for and get a student credit card. 5 Questions to Ponder On Do I really need one? Before you start shopping for a credit card for students, you need to ask yourself these questions: Why do I need a [...]
May 4, 2012
In this post, we have listed and discussed several things you should be wary of as you shop around and compare credit card programs offered in the market. Too-good-to-be-true credit card features. Have you received an offer for a student credit card that has an incredibly low interest rate, very lax application requirements, no processing [...]
May 2, 2012
In this post, we have enumerated several pointers that can help you score an affordable student credit card deal. 6 Pointers for Student Card Applicants Examine your needs, preferences, and budget. Before you start shopping for a card program, you need to consider first what you need, what you want, and what you can afford. [...]
April 30, 2012
In this post, we have listed and tackled seven tips that young consumers can employ in managing their student credit cards. Great Pointers for Young Credit Consumers Always make complete and on-time payments. Not only will this habit help you avoid incurring huge interest charges as well as late payment penalties. It can also help [...]
April 25, 2012
In the paragraphs below, we’ll talk about several suggestions that you can use to effectively manage your student credit card. Great Pointers for Young Consumers Pay your bills on time and in full, each month. Keep in mind that payment delinquency – that is missing out on your payments, or paying your financial obligations late [...]