 TITLE: 8 Things You Should Do When You Get a New Credit Card CONTENT: Consider Setting Up Autopay\n---------------------------\nPayment history is the single most important factor in credit scoring; missing just one payment can have a negative effect on your credit score. To avoid the fallout from late payments, consider setting up autopay for your new credit card. Make sure you always have enough money in the bank account you use for autopay to cover your credit card bill. Using online banking or your credit card issuer's mobile app will help you keep tabs on your balances. END