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| Top 10 tips for good credit |
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After you've decided on the type of credit you need and how much you can afford, follow these steps for maintaining a good credit history.
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- Shop around for the best credit terms.
- Understand all the terms of the card agreement before you accept a credit card.
- Set a monthly spending limit and stick to it.
- Shop as carefully with a credit card as you do with cash.
- Pay your credit card bills promptly and in full to minimize finance charges.
- Avoid taking on monthly credit payments unless you're certain you can meet them.
- If you charge day-to-day expenses, pay them in full each month.
- Save money each payday for emergencies.
- Keep credit card information (including phone number of issuer) in a safe place in case your cards are lost or stolen.
- Keep copies of sales slips and compare charges when credit card bills arrive.
If there's a mistake, call your credit card issuer immediate
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