Rebuilding Credit 101: A Step-by-Step Guide for Student-Athletes (And How to Help Your Parents, Too)

As a student-athlete, you’re balancing school, practices, games, and possibly NIL income. But when it comes time to rent an apartment, buy a car, or even get a phone plan, many young athletes get a wake-up call: credit matters. And what if your credit is bad—or non-existent? Worse, what if your parents’ credit is in …