Type of credit needed: Above Average to to Excellent Credit
Type of card: Rewards/Low APR
Issued by: American Express™
Overview: The Blue from American Express card features high limits, no annual fee, and a low introductory APR. One of the most attractive features of this card is that cardholders can enroll in the Membership Rewards Express Program at no additional cost. Points are earned by using the card to make purchases, and they can be redeemed for gift certificates, hotel stays, plane tickets, and other products and services. Unlike some other cards, there are no limits on the number of points that can be earned, and points never expire. It may even be possible to combine them with travel points earned on other accounts. The card also allows individuals to take advantage of many of the perks offered by American Express, including protection for unauthorized purchases, travel insurance, and car rental insurance. Online account access, insurance for lost luggage, and travel accident insurance are also available.
Pro and cons of the card:
Pros:
No annual fee
Low introductory APR
High limits
Enrolling in the Membership Rewards Express Program is free
Earn points for purchases
No limits on point earnings
Points never expire
Points can be redeemed for travel, gift certificates, and merchandise
Points can often be combined with those earned on other accounts
Online account access
Cons:
High cash advance interest rates
The introductory rate term varies
Excellent Credit
750-850
Good Credit
660-749
Fair Credit
620-659
Bad/Poor Credit
350-619
No Credit
0-0
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A credit score
is a number generally between 300-850, based on a statistical
analysis of a person's credit files. This score represents the credit
worthiness of a person. A credit score is assigned to each individual, to rate
how risky a borrower he or she is--the higher the score, the less
risk the individual poses to creditors. In most cases, your credit score will determine whether you will be
approved for a credit card.
1. Credit Scores range from 300-850, the higher the better 2. Most lenders base approval on your credit score. 3. Higher Scores mean lower payments and better deals. 4. Higher Scores mean Lower interest rates. 5. Scores are determined by 5 main categories:
Payment History
Amounts Owed
Length of Credit History
Type of Credit Used
New Credit
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* See the online Americanexpress.com/blueapplication (www.americanexpress.com/blueapplication) credit card application for details about terms and conditions and offers.