Tuesday, September 21, 2010

5 Tips for Opening New Credit Cards

  • Try working things out with your current provider first, Negotiate some better terms.
  • Think carefully before closing an old card. closing it lowers the total amount available, making it look like the consumer is closer to maxing out.
  • Be sepcific about what you want out of a new card. Applying for multiple cards can damage your credit score.
  • Before applying check your credit report, so you know what your eligible for.
  • Zero percent for twevel months may sound great, but look past the introductory offer to what the terms are after the intial period.

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