The best starter credit cards for 18-year-olds

Turning 18 is often the ideal time to open a first credit card, but choosing one isn't just about earning rewards. The right first card should be easy to qualify for, help build a positive credit history and ideally remain useful for years to come.Whether your teenager is heading to college, starting their first full-time job or simply learning how to manage money, here are the best credit cards for different types of first-time cardholders.(Keep in mind that simply turning 18 doesn't guarantee approval. If you're under 21, you'll generally need to show independent income or otherwise meet the requirements of the Credit CARD Act to qualify for a credit card on your own.)Best credit cards for an 18-year-oldCapital One Quicksilver Secured Cash Rewards: Best for building credit with a secured cardCapital One Savor Student Cash Rewards Credit Card: Best for everyday spending categoriesChase Freedom Rise® (see rates and fees): Best for building credit from scratchChase Freedom Unlimited® (see rates and fees): Best for flat-rate cash backDiscover it® Cash Back: Best for rotating cash-back categoriesThe information for the Discover it Cash Back card has been collected independently by The...