Theresa Chalfant, Writer
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The best type of credit card to build your credit with is a secured credit card. Any credit card that reports to credit bureaus monthly will help build your credit, though secured cards often have lower fees and interest rates than unsecured cards for people with less-than-good credit.
The main downside to a secured card is that it requires a security deposit (typically at least $200) to open. The amount of this deposit then serves as your credit line until you close or graduate your account, at which point it can be refunded, unlike the fees charged by many unsecured cards – particularly those for people with bad credit.
There are many credit cards, both secured and unsecured, that are designed to help consumers with bad or limited credit build their credit score. For example, you might get a better deal if you can get approved for an unsecured starter credit card or a student credit card with a $0 annual fee.
Best Credit Cards to Build Credit
Building credit can be a lengthy process. There is no type of card that offers a quick solution, but responsible habits will help you to build credit fast with any card.
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