People may not have a credit history because they haven’t had any activity reported to the major consumer credit bureaus or because the bureaus have so few details on them that it’s not possible to give them a credit score.Getting a loan can be tough if you have no credit, and you may be limited to higher-cost options when borrowing money. Taking steps to establish credit, such as using a secured credit card or taking out a credit-builder loan, could help you build credit before you apply for a loan. Plus, check out our picks for companies that may lend you money with limited or no credit history.If you don’t have credit, you may be able to take out a loan but there’s a catch. You’ll probably need to pay higher interest rates or fees.