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8. Apply for a business credit card

Apply for a business credit card now that the file and payment history support it.

Why it matters

A card is a revolving tradeline that deepens the profile — earned by the history, not bought ahead of it.

How

Apply with the entity's details; prefer cards that report to business bureaus and minimize personal guarantee where possible.

Source: Issuing bank + the three business bureaus

What it costs

Underwriting, once the file supports it

What gets sold here: Applying before the file exists produces a denial that is itself a data point. Wait for step 7 to finish.

Do these first

7. Build 3–6 months of on-time payment history

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This is general business-credit education, not financial, legal, or tax advice. Confirm specifics with a licensed professional and the official sources directly.