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Low Intro |
A Low Introductory Rate card has a very low or zero rate for the first 6-12 months. After the introductory period, the rate will rise to an average rate. The low intro period rate may... |
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Low Interest |
A low interest credit card can save many consumers hundreds if not thousands of dollars a year. Just a percentage or two drop on a low interest credit card can make a large difference... |
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Cash Back |
Cash Back cards are a type of reward card that will issue a credit or actual check to the customer at the end of a time period (usually one year). The percentage rate of the cash earned... |
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Balance Transfer |
Balance transfer cards are ideal if you have a large balance on another card with a higher rate. These card will not have any charges for making the balance transfer. You will save the... |
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Rewards |
Reward cards are any type of credit card that will compensate the card holder for use of the card. Cash back, flyer miles, hotel, and car and gas discounts are examples of rewards cards.... |
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Easy Approval |
These cards are for those with less than perfect credit. The institutions that issue Easy Approval cards are much more lenient in the approval process.If you are experiencing a bump in... |
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Flyer Miles |
Flyer Miles cards are another type of reward card that will issue points for each purchase made with the card. The points can be redeemed for airline tickets or upgrades. Some card offer... |
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Student Cards |
Student cards are ideal for those just getting started establishing credit. The credit limits are lower than other cards but most do not require much if any credit history.Perfect for... |
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Pre Paid Debit |
Prepaid Debit cards, technically, are not a credit card. There is no credit issued. Once an account is established, the customer places funds into the card account then can use the card... |
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American Express
American Express offers a full line of consumer and small business financial products. From an individual credit card to a business line of credit, their world-class customer support... |
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Barclays
Barclays PLC was started in 1690 as Goldsmith Traders in London. Currently, Barclays is rated as the 25th largest company in the world with 150,000 employees and is the world's largest... |
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Chase Bank
JP Morgan Chase is a world leader in financial services for consumers and businesses. Operating in 50 countries with over 1 trillion dollars in assets. |
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CitiBank
Founded in 1812, Citibank now operates in over 100 countries with some 200 million customer accounts. An abundant collection of credit cards combined with exceptional customer service... |
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Discover
Discover Bank, a Morgan Stanley Company, is a major brand credit card and is the most recent entry in the top four card types. Discover has a large offering of universally accepted cash... |
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HSBC
HSBC - North America is one of the top 10 financial services companies in the United States with over 60 million customers. Their specialized credit cards are a must-have if their benefits... |
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IberiaBank
In business for over 120 years, IberiaBank is the second largest bank holding company with headquarters in Louisiana. With over 50 regional branch offices, IberiaBank takes a relationship-based... |
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American Express
American Express offers a full line of consumer and small business financial products. From an individual credit card to a business line of credit, their world-class customer support... |
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Discover
Discover Bank, a Morgan Stanley Company, is a major brand credit card and is the most recent entry in the top four card types. Discover has a large offering of universally accepted cash... |
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MasterCard
As one of the first universal credit cards, MasterCard branded cards are available in almost any type from most large credit card issuers. |
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Visa
As one of the first universal credit cards, Visa branded cards are available in almost any type from most large credit card issuers. |
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