> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://milestonecard.mintlify.site/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# First Purchase Tips After Activating Your Milestone Card

> Smart tips for your first purchase with a newly activated Milestone Mastercard. Build credit safely from day one.

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Your new Milestone Mastercard is active. Now what? Making smart choices with your first few purchases helps you build credit and avoid interest.

## Start small

Buy something small like gas or groceries. This tests the card and keeps your balance low.

<Tip>
  Aim to use less than 30% of your credit limit. If your limit is 00, keep your balance under 0.
</Tip>

## Pay in full

Pay the full balance before the due date. This means:

* No interest charges
* Good marks on your credit report
* Builds a strong payment history

## Set up autopay

Log in to milestonecard.com and turn on autopay. Set it to pay the full balance or at least the minimum.

## Best first purchases

Try these to build good habits:

* Weekly groceries
* Monthly phone bill
* Gas for your car
* One streaming subscription

## What to avoid

* Big purchases you can't pay off
* Cash advances (they cost a lot in fees)
* Missing the due date

## Track your spending

Use the milestonecard.com dashboard to check:

* Current balance
* Available credit
* Recent transactions
* Due date

## Build credit faster

* Use the card at least once a month
* Pay before the statement closes
* Do not open other new cards for 6 months
* Check your credit score every 3 months