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Jim Holborow

Jim Holborow is a researcher, writer, and editor specializing in credit building and personal finance. As a contributor to the Credit One Bank knowledge base, Jim creates informative, engaging content good for boosting your credit IQ or just getting guidance on the go. He holds a BS in Marketing from the University of Nevada-Reno, with continuing studies in marketing analytics.

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How Long Does It Take To Get a Credit Card?

Credit cards can take a few days or weeks to arrive in your mailbox. But you may be able to use it sooner than that.

A man and a woman sit on a sofa, while a laptop and paperwork lie on a coffee table. The man happily embraces the woman, who is holding up some paperwork, as if celebrating that they paid off some credit card debt.

How To Pay Off Credit Card Debt

If you’re in the process of paying off credit card debt, these tips can help you get there, while supporting your long-term financial health.

A man sits at a table by the window looking at his laptop with pen in hand, perhaps getting ready to apply for a credit card.

How Do I Get a Credit Card? Applying and Getting Approved

Applying for a credit card is easy, but getting approved takes some strategy. Find out the requirements and considerations before submitting your next application.

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