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Thank you for visiting ASAP Credit Card's Credit Education Guide. Whether you're trying to learn the basics - or you need detailed credit card advice - we've put together a wide variety of helpful resources to assist you. Start educating yourself now by selecting a topic below:

Credit Education & Basics

The basics of credit: What is credit and why is it important to you? Learn about the basics so you can start on the right track.
How to establish your credit history: Find out how to start building your credit history and establish a good credit credit profile.
Maintaining a good credit profile: Find helpful tips and suggestions on how you can maintain or improve your credit rating.
Credit card security / fraud: Here are some tips on how you can protect yourself from credit card fraud and identity theft.
Important credit card terms: Make sure you understand all the important terms associated with credit cards before you apply.
Helpful credit-related resources: Find helpful credit-related websites, credit bureau info and debt and financial management resources.
Bank contact information: Here's a complete list of banks, along with a detailed list of important contact information.

General Credit Card Information

History of the credit card industry: Here's how it all began! Learn about the history of credit cards and find out how the industry started.
Choosing the best credit card: Find out how to choose the right credit card and learn about the different factors you should consider.
Using a credit card to build credit: Let us show you how to use a credit card to establish or rebuild your credit history.
Variable vs. fixed rate credit cards: Which is better, a variable or a fixed APR? See the pros and cons of both types of offers.
Charge vs. debit card and credit cards: The names are often used interchangeably, but there are some major differences.
All about instant approval credit cards: What is an 'instant online approval'? Find out how instant approval credit cards work.
Credit cards for people w/ bad credit: Bad credit? Find out about credit cards that will help you build or repair your credit score.
Credit cards designed for students: Here are some options to help students build their credit histories with little or no income.
All about prepaid debit cards: A prepaid debit card is just one of many solutions to help you build or improve your credit history.
Credit card interest calculation methods: Learn about different interest calculation methods. Find out the pros and cons of each.
Unknown card practices and bank secrets: The credit card companies use a variety of tactics to gain more of your money.
Low Interest / 0% APR Credit Cards
Low interest vs. 0% APR credit cards: Which offer is best for you? We'll show you the pros and cons of each type of card.
Choosing the best low APR / 0% credit card: Find out what factors to consider when choosing a low interest or 0% APR credit card.
Save money with low interest / 0% credit cards: We'll show you how to start saving money with a low interest or 0% intro APR credit card.
Using 0% APR credit cards to become debt free: Find out how you can use 0% APR credit cards to become totally debt free.
Reward / Cash Rebate Credit Cards
Types of reward credit cards: Learn about the different types of reward credit cards are available and find out how they work.
Choosing the best reward credit card: Find out what factors you should consider when choosing a reward credit card.
Taking advantage of rewards credit cards: Let us show you how to earn the most rewards when using a reward credit card.
Pitfalls of using reward credit cards: Reward cards are great if used wisely. But they can cause problems if you're not careful.
The benefits of cash back credit cards: Find out how you can earn the most money when using a cash back credit card.
Cash back programs vs. point credit cards: Is it better to earn cash back or points? We'll show you the pros and cons of both.
Earn rebates with gasoline credit cards: See how gas rebate cards work and how they can lower your overall gasoline costs.
Choosing the best airline credit card: Make sure you understand the types of airline credit cards and the pros and cons of each.
Limitations of airline miles credit cards: Learn about the various restrictions and limitations of airline credit cards.
Business Credit Cards
Benefits of using business credit cards: Find out how using a business credit card could benefit your company / small business.
Corporate vs. small business credit cards: In case you're confused, here's the difference between small business and corporate credit cards.
Credit Card Calculators
Credit card minimum payment calculator: See how long it will take to pay off your credit card if you only make the minimum payment.
Credit card pay off calculator: Find out how much you'll need to pay in order to pay your credit card off in a specified period of time.
Low interest credit card savings calculator: Here's how much money you could save over time by using a lower interest credit card.

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