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#RI-6a7aa7fa·4 months ago·
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Used CCs to pay through college

Delinquent CC accounts damaged credit

What I wish I knew
"Avoided using CCs for college"
If I could tell you one thing
"Pay off CC balances in full"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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