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The ABCs of Building Credit


A good credit history is important not only for getting good interest rates on a credit card, car loan or mortgage. It may also mean lower insurance rates, a better deal on a cell phone plan, or even be a determining factor in whether you or not you get a job. The reality is that it takes good credit to achieve many potential dreams. If you’ve had credit issues in the past, or just haven’t started establishing a good credit history, it’s never too late to start.

Vantage partners with Accel Financial Counseling to provide free financial education and counseling services to our members. Here’s what they have to say about the state of getting credit today:

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