Ep. 22: The First Credit Cards We Each Opened--and What We'd Do Differently

Today we are talking about the first credit cards we opened! We explain why we opened cards, what we regret, and what we would do differently (so that you don't make the same mistakes!)

In this episode, Angel and Mackenzie chat about:

• The first cards that we got
• Why we regret the first cards we opened
• Cards that we have been authorized users on
• Some benefits of being added as an Authorized User early on in your credit journey
• When we started to become more strategic about credit card opening
• Our though processes behind cards that we now open depending on our spend
• Why cobranded cards send you so many mailer ads
• Why you don't need to stick to one card after opening it

...and more!

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