How do college students build credit history as rules change?

Courtesy USATODAY.com Money - Block  Mon, 09/07/2009 - 17:29

Having a credit card can help a student build a good credit history, making it easier to qualify for a car loan or other types of credit after graduation.

But the reverse can happen if the student runs up charges he or she can't afford to pay.


 

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