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Brian Acton is a freelance writer and contributor at Credit.com. Several years ago, as he worked to pay down debt and purchase a home, Brian became interested in personal finance and credit. He has been covering these topics ever since. Brian has a BA in History from Salisbury University and an MBA from UMUC. He lives in Maryland with his wife and two dogs.

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Start Building Credit Before You Turn 18
Quick Answer: You need to be 18 to open your own credit card, but... read more

March 7, 2023

Credit Score
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12 Ways to Reduce Your Air Conditioning Bills This Summer
It’s a scorcher out there. In 2021, many states broke long-stan... read more

July 22, 2021

Budgeting and Saving Money
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Red Flags for Credit Cards: 7 Things to Watch for When You Have Bad Credit
Let’s say you’re in a bad credit situation, but you need a cr... read more

March 30, 2020

Credit Cards
Prefer the Train? Here Are 4 Credit Cards for Riding the Rails
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December 19, 2019

Credit Card Reviews
Even better than the great outdoors? A credit card that rewards you for loving them.
5 Credit Cards for the Avid Nature-Lover
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December 19, 2019

Credit Card Reviews
J. Crew Credit Card Review: Higher Interest for Retail Rewards
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December 17, 2019

Credit Card Reviews