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  Credit Card Reference

Before you start signing up for new credit cards:

• Sign up for Credit Karma and possibly some other credit-monitoring tools. As you start signing up for new credit cards, you will want to keep an eye on your credit score. Chances are that you can already get your credit score, by signing into your account on the website of one of your existing credit card companies.

However, it is useful to have access to more detailed information and to information that is updated at least weekly. Credit Karma is free and is a good complement to the information available directly from your credit card companies. For more details about your options for monitoring your credit score, see Monitor Your Credit Score to Make Sure Everything is On Track.


• Make sure you understand the impact of the Chase 5/24 rule and other bank rules that help determine which cards you get first. You will need to focus on getting any affected credit cards first, before you start signing up for other cards. Which Signup Bonuses to Get First.
• Register for Award Wallet. Award Wallet is a free tool that lets you keep track of all your loyalty accounts and information. As you sign up for new cards, you will also be signing up for any associated frequent flyer or frequent hotel programs (for which you don’t already have an account). Award Wallet makes it extremely easy to handle dozens of different rewards accounts. It remembers all your membership information, so you don't have to; and gives you quick access to most of your account balances. Once you’ve signed up, make sure to download their app to your phone. Use AwardWallet to Easily Manage Your Loyalty Program Information.

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