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It will depend on the way you use your credit card. Having and using a credit card wisely can be beneficial to your credit rating. Financial experts recommend keeping your account balances less than 50% of your available credit. It shows that you have the ability to pay back your debt. However, if you're constantly applying for new credit cards, it can hurt your rating.

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