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by Ben Schlappig Guest May 17, 2016, 8:35 am

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Anonymous Guest
May 17, 2016, 8:35 am

Hi Ben I’m a long time lurker on OMAAT and I just turned 18 yesterday. I want to get into the miles and points game ASAP so what do you think is he best/most lucrative card for someone like me to start out my credit rating and what not? Thanks
Gaurav Community Ambassador
May 17, 2016, 10:15 am

Jacob, suggest starting with this post: [URL]http://onemileatatime.boardingarea.com/2016/02/15/college-student-credit-card-tips/[/URL]

and the Start Here section at the top left on the blog. Becoming an informed traveler is the single best thing you can do to start out with this hobby.
PhatMiles Member
May 17, 2016, 8:05 pm

Agree with [USER=79]@Gaurav[/USER]

[LIST]
[*]Test the waters slowly
[*]Be organized
[*]Pay your bills on time
[*]Do not overspend for miles/points without knowing the CPM
[*]Apply for a no fee card you can hang on to forever
[/LIST]

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