I have 640-650 credit score, 130k income, and some credit. I need a card but it seems like getting a card with a $500 credit limit will only push my scores down. How do I get a higher limit?

There is no universal credit card offer that is definitely the best one for someone with fair credit. The thing is we all have different financial situations and credit histories even though they are all tagged as “fair credit”. Moreover, your needs and the way you manage your credit cards also determine which credit card is good for you. For example, if you need a credit card to improve your credit and you tend to overspend, we would not recommend you a credit card with rewards but a card without an annual fee and without rewards instead. However, if you pay off the card balances...

If you are someone with fair credit, your credit score lands you between “poor” and “good.” FICO is the most popular scoring system now. It is often used by major issuers to make an approval decision. According to the FICO credit score range, fair credit falls between 640 and 699±. If your credit score falls within this range or close to this range, then your credit can be considered fair. There are plenty of credit cards suitable for average credit. If you build your credit, you'll be able to qualify for premium credit cards and get exclusive perks and offers. ±Credit scores are...

To get an unsecured card you should show sufficient income and have a stable job. The banks should see that you can manage credit cards: make on time payments and stay within limits. The length of your credit history is important as well: little credit experience may result in denied credit card application. For most credit card issuers your credit is fair. And if you apply for a wrong credit card, for a card which requires a higher credit score than you have, you will be denied. To avoid this consider credit cards for fair credit.