Back-to-school credit guide 2016

More Credit Card News Credit Card Reviews Credit Card Videos Credit Card Statistics Credit Card News  Back-to-school guide: Tips for shopping, learning, managing debt  Use rewards to boost back-to-school savings Card-linked offers: Shopping deals you're not aware of   Expert Advice   'New Frugal You’ by Gary Foreman Managing your fashion-forward teen's clothing allowance A clothing allowance is a great way to teach fiscal rsponsibility and keep the family's fashion budget under control.   'Opening Credits’ by Erica Sandberg Credit check not needed for public school loans Federal school loans, such as those given after applying for the FAFSA, don't take credit into account. So going back to school already in debt could add up quickly.   'To Her Credit’ by Sally Herigstad  Pay down debt before adding teen to card A mom who wants to add a 17-year-old to her account should reconsider: Her daughter doesn't need one and Mom needs to control her own balances first. Taking Charge Blog College students: Prepare for your credit graduation If you're starting your last year of college, it's time to take control of your financial well-being like a true adult -- but don't freak out. Parental support for college students prolongs dependence College students who get financial support from mom and dad may have trouble leaving the next for good, according to this study. Rate Report  Credit Card Rate Report as of 8/12/16 National average 15.18%  Low interest 11.98% Business 13.12% Student 13.42% Balance Transfer 14.38% Airline 15.08% Cash Back 15.32% Reward 15.29% Instant approval 18.04% Bad credit 22.56%     You received this email because you subscribed and chose to receive email correspondence from CreditCards.com. We send only verified opt-in email, specifically requested by our subscribers. We offer two ways to unsubscribe: 1. Email us at newsletter@creditcards.com. 2. Click on the "Unsubscribe" link at bottom of email.