With all the confusing offers directed towards consumers with credit problems, finding credit cards for bad credit can be a confusing task. One way to start is to consider applying for a secured credit card. Often this can be a good first step towards getting the benefits of a credit card, while rebuilding your credit rating.

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A secured credit card is a guaranteed VISA or MasterCard that has been secured by a deposit to the issuer's bank. Generally, you must deposit an amount, ranging from $300 to $5000, in a low-interest saving account or CD to secure the credit card.

You then receive a credit line for up to 100 percent of your account balance. Each bank has its own requirements for how much you can deposit for your credit line. The bank issues you a credit card using your deposit as security.

Unlike many advertised credit cards for bad credit, you are almost guaranteed to receive a secured card unless you just have truly tragic credit. A major credit card, paid on time over time is the strongest credit reference you'll ever have. As a matter of fact, for building good credit, it's even better than a mortgage or car loan.

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