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 Once I pay off a Credit Card, is it better to keep the card open or to close it, as far as building my credit?
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 I dont have a credit card, how can I pay for internet stuff?
Like for a Gamecube game, cash is not an option....


 Can i get a loan or credit card with no credit?
i am 19 and i need to borrow about 1000 dollars to pay some bills and rent. I have no credit or anything but i only need this money for around a month before i can pay it back. any advice?
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 I am 18 with no credit history, how can i get a credit card?
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 Tell me how to get "un" "royally screwed"?
Before I begin let me just be completely honest. I have just up and left two apartment complexes, I am on chex systems because I owe 200 to one and around 600 to another bank. When I was 15 my "...


 My sister is using her 2 year old daughter's information to get credit cards, how can i stop this?
Well, as shameful as this may be, my sister has a two year old daughter and i just recently found out that she's been using her daughters information to open accounts such as credit cards, cell ...


 Why should Americans use cash instead of credit cards?
For Americans it’s much easier for us to slide our credit cards then to pay with actual cash. Most Americans are trying to manage their money in this tough economy and are slowly going back to ...


 What is the difference b/w atm card and credit card.can i use atm card online to payy or buy softwares?
give the ...


 I am 19 and i have no credit history, im ineed of a personal loan of 3000 i make 1760 monthly help???
i have been applying everywhere but i cant seem to get a loan as of yet and i need this asap so please if u kno of any loan sharks, or company that could most definetly help me out please let me ...


 If I were to divorce my husband, would his credit also be my credit? Or is it seperate?
What I want to know is when I divorce my husband will I continue to have no credit? Or will I have his credit on my credit report?...


 Can they take her car?
My friend is planning on filing bankruptcy. She has an appointment with the lawyer in about an hour (to actually file) not just a consultation. She just called me to tell me that people are pounding ...


 Is it hard to buy a house without credit?
my fiance and i are living in a shack and we have found a house we love and would like to buy but we have no credit bc we are young and have always been afraid of getting in over our heads. we were ...


 Did they ask for your?
[For the people that have a paypal credit card] Did they ask for your credit card number when you signed up for a paypal debit card? if so, Are the EXACT numbers on your credit card that are on the ...


 I have bad credit - need a personal loan - who can help?
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 Does anybody know?
If you live at an address for a number of years,and the last owners have taken a personal loan out and they have given the address that you are now living at,they haven't kept the loan up to ...


 Bill collectors, won't listen to me!?
Bill collectors keep calling our phone number! I have told them that the person they are looking for does not live here! They now have a automatic system and if you answer it kicks in. I want to get ...


 Do i trust these people?
i have just applied for a loan,
and have been told that i must pay 49.50 admin fee
is this correct and is it because its a smaller lender and i have adverse ...


 Will my credit score be lowered if I check or inquire about it?
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 Do banks charge if when using a debit card you do not have enough funds when shop trys to take payment?
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 I recieved summons today for a credit card debt?
What am i supposed to do? Its from about 3 years ago. do i have to go to court? i am really confused. what does it mean? will i go to jail? please someone help me i am really scared!!!
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cj p
I just turned 16, am i able to get a credit card?
can i get a credit card or do i realy havve to be 18.....THANKS FOR THE HELP!
                     
 




Sarah K
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You can have a parent start up a joint checking account and get a debit card that works like a credit card... other than that, yes, you need to be 18. To my understanding, you can get a credit card if you're emancipated, but that's really not worth it.


PALADIN
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You have to wait until you are 18.

If you are younger, you are still legally a minor and a minor can't make a binding contract. So if you were to be issued a credit card you could run up huge bills and not be responsible for paying them.


cork
no--thank God.
18.


Tru7h
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In the United States, no. You have to be 18 yeard of age or older. This is because you must be a legal adult to enter into a binding contract, which is a requirement of applying for a credit card.

You could set up a joint checking account though. Then you could get a debit card, which works a bit differently. Credit cards borrow money which you need to pay back, (Debt, debt, debt!) but Debit cards work like a check would and take money from your existing account.

Also, remember, credit cards aren't all they're cracked up to be. Sure you could go out and splurge on something, but you *will* have to pay it back, plus intrest rates which can sometimes be really steep. You have to be really careful with the way you spend. ;)


rosekm
Actually, you can get a credit card. I had my first at 16. However, you'll have to have a parent cosign and the limit will be very low. My starting limit was $300, but how much do you really need? Mine was from Capital One, so perhaps you should start there.


angeljre
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Sorry but you have to be 18 to legally get a credit card.


moonlillies
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You must be 18 to sign a legal contract.


esiobahnk
I think you have to be 18 since a contract involving a minor is invalid- they couldn't force you to pay your bill.


songbird092962
Have to be an adult (18+) to legally get a card, however your parents can get a card and authorize you to use it-if they trust you with their credit. Personally I think that is crazy, 'cause I remember how irresponsible I was at 16, but some parents I know have done this.


wizjp
18; legally responsible for your debts then


Kikyo
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probably not


TaxMaven
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Geez, kid! Are you really that excited about digging a nice little debt hole for yourself that you want to get started doing it early? I assure you, credit cards are not a blessing. You are headed for serious trouble if you start digging a hole now. I seriously hope you will at least visit the website below & listen to some of the podcasts on it before you do something extremely stupid. Credit cards are for people that don't have real money...real money is more fun. You get to spend it & invest it & give it. It's a blast. BTW, when you INVEST, other people pay YOU interest. That is much more fun that paying it yourself.


vinay_6543
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a big capital letters NO sorry you cannot have credit in the UK untill you are 18


Lance H
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Please don't take this the wrong way but you should wait. Credit cards are a very easy way to get in a lot of financial trouble. It is very easy to run up debt and not as easy to pay it off. Your better off paying cash. If you don't have the cash to buy something, start saving for it.


Mariposa
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You have to be 18. If you have a checking or savings account you can get a debit card. If you are wanting to make online purchases, I would recommend going to the mall and buying a pre-paid gift card with a major logo (available at the customer service dept). The couple bucks you pay for the card will be worth the security of making online purchases without worrying about someone stealing your bank info.


paula_binder@verizon.net
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You can certainly get a "pre-paid credit card", they sell them at lots of stores, and they work just as well as the regular ones.

Do you really want monthly bills coming at 16? Are you even working?

Only you can ask yourself these questions, don't get in debt too young, it really stinks.


hendy h
Eligibility

To avail of the credit card, you should be at least 18 years of age. You should be employed or have some regular source of income. These are two important criteria and if you can give convincing proof to demonstrate your suitability, you will be easily approved. You may have failed to pay back the old credit card debt or some flaw may be present in your credit report. In this situation, getting a card will be tough.

Credit Rating

Your credit history is important when it is the matter of approving you for the credit. It depends on your personal details, salary, whether there are defaults or court judgments against you, and various factors. They are used in an equation that calculates your personal score. Lenders will then decide whether to approve your application or not, depending on this score.

Remember various other companies will also use your credit report. Besides credit companies, insurance companies and employers who want to hire employees, will also have a look at your credit report. You may be surprised, but always keep your credit report clear by paying on time.


Hawaiisweetie
You can be 16 with parent cosigning it or 18 by yourself, but why do you need a credit card at 16? If you are employed then just use the money you have, or have one strictly in case of emergencies. Credit Card debt is the highest increasing form of debt in your adults. It will carry with you forever. Be careful.


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