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Can students have credit cards?
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As long as you meet the requirements of your province, you’ll be able to apply for a credit card even as a student.
With a card in hand, you can get a head start on establishing a strong credit history.
Credit cards also help you make purchases that are otherwise difficult to buy in one swipe, but ensure you pay back what you owe to avoid steep fees.
If you’re nervous about getting your first credit card, consider signing up for a joint account or with a guarantor.
Ryan Severance
Ryan Severance is a professional freelance author and the owner of American Scribe LLC. With degrees in political science and socio-legal studies, he writes about business, politics, and law for clients around the world.
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