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So your son or daughter is headed off to college and you are worried about them having the funds they need to purchase books, school supplies, or eat properly. Well, you may consider secured credit cards.

Secured credit cards are a great way to help your college freshman learn how to manage money and also give them a beginning on building a quality credit rating. You can find credit card companies that will allow them to spend only what is deposited into the account or some that will double or triple the amount of their credit by what is deposited.

This is great, because you can deposit $300 and if the lending company doubles or triples this amount then they will be able to use their secured credit card and purchase up to $600 to $900 per month. Or if you prefer you can have the limit as to what is deposited.

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But, there are many benefits that student credit cards can give to a college freshman. They will be able to rent a car to come home and visit, purchase books and school supplies, will give them money in case of any type of emergency.

If you use your student credit card wisely it will ensure that you will build a good credit history. Your credit rating is determined by a scoring system that notes what happens on all of your accounts such as late payments, bill paying history, number and type of accounts, and outstanding debts. If you keep your credit in good standing by paying off your student credit card debt you will be able to purchase a home or get a car loan much easier than someone with no credit or bad credit.

So, by using your student credit card and staying on your budget you are building financial skills that will help you after you graduate college and begin your career.

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