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Secured credit cards require a cash security deposit upfront.
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Frequent travelers to Europe may find that the perks of this card, especially the companion pass, are worth the cost of ownership.
Fingerhut doesn’t offer any appealing benefits or rates to persuade those with limited credit to shop or build credit with them over another issuer.
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The Sony Card should be on any gamer's wishlist.
The AARP Credit Card from Chase offers sizable rewards for people who love to eat out and fill up at the gas pump.