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Prepaid credit cards
Not everyone has the kind of good credit rating it takes to
qualify for a credit card. If you have past credit problems such
as bankruptcies, repossessions, or even divorces, you may not
meet the stringent qualifications that credit companies use to
determine who receives a line of credit. Even smaller credit
blemishes, such as a history of late credit card payment, can
result in a denial from a credit card company when you fill out
an application. Fortunately, there is a way to get started on a
brand new credit road without the best credit history. Try
applying for a prepaid credit card.
What is a prepaid credit card?
You can use a prepaid credit card anywhere and any way that you
would use a standard credit card. Many people use a credit card
payment for utilities, online services, or other scheduled
monthly bills. People also commonly complete online purchases,
reserve rental cars or hotels, and bid on online auctions using
a credit card account. But if you don't have a standard credit
card, you can use a prepaid credit card to do all these things
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more. Several lenders offer prepaid MasterCards or Visa
cards that look exactly like the regular cards.
A good place to find prepaid card offers is online. Simply enter
prepaid credit card into the search box on your search engine
page and start exploring your options. You can fill out the
lender's application online and open an account within a matter
of days.
As part of the prepaid account, you will be required to deposit
a minimum balance to kick start your line of credit. Once your
account is open and your application is complete, you can use
your card to charge items up to the limit on your account. As
long as you make your credit card payment on time and for the
minimum balance, you keep your line of credit.
Pros
· A prepaid credit card is relatively easy to get. You do not
need to meet any other qualifications than a down payment and
the complete application form in most cases. The card offers are
available online, but if you do not have internet access that is
secure, you can apply also at several retail stores.
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