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Do I Need a Credit Card for Business?

Benefits of Credit Cards for Business Use

By , About.com Guide

Question: Do I need a credit card for business use? I use my personal card for everything and enjoy earning rewards. Is there any point in getting another credit card for the business?

Answer: A credit card for business transactions is not a necessity, but it may improve things. Especially if you’re concerned about growth and your reputation, a separate credit card for business purposes is a good idea.

Perhaps you get everything you need from a personal card. However, a distinct credit card for business needs offers additional advantages:

  • Credibility - you look like legitimate business
  • Record keeping - personal and business expenses are easy to separate
  • Building business credit - if you want to separate personal and business credit
  • Allowing employee access to the card - a separate credit card for business expenses allows others to use the credit line and track expenses for you - without sorting through personal items

Learn more about credit cards for business and how credit works when you run a business:

  • Business Credit Card Facts
  • Business Credit Basics
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