For people just starting out, student credit cards and secured credit cards might be the best options since both types have less stringent requirements for approval. Student credit cards are designed ...

The CARD Act of 2009 states that credit card companies cannot issue cards to people younger than 21 unless they apply in writing and prove they have sufficient income to make minimum payments.

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Student credit cards are often an excellent first foray into the world of credit, making many eager to get their first card. Cards geared toward college students often have low credit limits and no ...