Building credit
Credit cards are among the most common types of credit offered to consumers. And your credit score serves as a gauge of your creditworthiness.
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Check out our tips to building credit, improving your credit score or establishing credit for the first time.
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What is Chase Credit Journey's® credit planning feature?
Discover Chase new tool credit score improvement tool that helps you plan the steps you need to reach your financial goals. Sign up today for Credit Journey.
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Does leasing a car build credit?Leasing a car can help build your credit. Learn how a lease may help improve your credit score and how leasing compares to financing.
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What is a debt trap?A debt trap occurs when you take out loans to pay off existing debt, causing your debt to compound. Learn more about debt traps and how to avoid them.
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The debt snowflake method: A debt repayment strategyThe snowflake method is a debt repayment strategy which involves making small savings towards paying debt. Learn how you can apply it.
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What are consumer statements?
Consumer statements allow you to add context for missed payments on your credit reports. Discover if they are worth adding and how they may affect your credit.
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Credit repair solutions: Credit repair companies vs. DIY credit repair
Find the best way to rebuild your credit. Learn if a credit repair company or doing it yourself is the best solution for you.
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What is a thin credit file?
A thin credit file means that you have limited information within your credit history. Discover how thin credit files may affect your ability to build up a credit score.
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How often can you get a free credit report?
Every 12 months you are allowed to receive a free credit report from credit bureaus. Discover how to receive your free report and why you might want to review it.
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