Morgan Hamilton asked:




Finding the perfect charge card to fit your financial needs used to be a bit of a crap shoot. Think about it, did you have all the major banks and credit card issuers displaying their latest deals to you on demand? Not unless you piled up all those solicitations that you received through the mail.

A quality, free online credit card application that suits your financial needs shouldn’t be a chore to locate. Credit card companies such as Discover Card, Visa, Mastercard and American Express have become extremely competitive. This is great news for the consumer.

To find the best options available you must first prioritize your financial needs. Are you looking to save money on high interest rate cards that you hold now? If that’s the case then you will want to compare 0% APR balance transfer offers. That gives you a base from which to start.

Drilling down further into your fiscal needs may reveal that in addition to a credit card balance transfer, a cash rebate credit card on purchases is something that can benefit you. This will help you further refine your search. Now you may also want to save further by finding no annual fee offers.

You can see where I’m going with this. Identify your needs and the search for that perfect piece of plastic can actually be enjoyable. There are several credible web sites on the net that will allow you to do side by side searches. At this time we recommend Find-Cards-Now.com.

We have found that this site has all the latest offers of the major banks and issuers and also provides excellent information that includes a very informative newsletter that you can sign up for. It is free of charge and is conveniently delivered to your email without obligation.

Please take the time to carefully read the terms that are spelled out in the free online credit card application that interests you. Taking the time to review and compare the various credit card offers is the smartest thing you can do. We don’t like surprises. They can be quite expensive.

Tammy

Ed Vegliante asked:


When you apply for a credit card, reading through all of the small print on the application can be a drag. And with everything so fast-paced, do you really have time for all of that? Most people will respond with a “no.” They’ll simply fill out the application and hope for the best.

Unfortunately, not understanding the fine print can bring trouble your way. You might get hit with high fees or interest rates that you weren’t expecting. But by taking the time to look over the fine print, you can potentially save yourself hundreds of dollars in the future. Here are a few things to look for as you read the terms and conditions listed with the credit card:

Rewards with Conditions

Rewards cards are popular these days, but it’s important to know what you’re getting into before you apply. Some of them come with a higher interest rate, and others include restrictions on the rewards you can receive. You also may find that you’ll need to pay an annual fee with the card. So look over the details and make sure that you can really benefit from this type of card before sending in an application.

APR Details

Many credit cards come with 0% APR (annual percentage rate) period. During this time, no interest is charged to your account. When that time period comes to an end, however, a regular APR sets in. You’ll want to know what this rate is before you apply.

You’ll also want to be aware of other changes regarding the APR. If the APR is variable, the company is allowed to change it at any time. If the interest rate is fixed, it is less likely to change. The company, however, still reserves the right to change it when they want to – they just need to let you know about it before they make the change.

Some cards will increase the interest rate if you miss a payment. Also, certain companies will charge a different APR, depending on whether you are making a purchase, transferring a balance, or taking out a cash advance. Sound confusing? It can be if you don’t know about the details. Take the time to read through the APR notes; they can really help you in the long run.

Extra Fees

Some of the fees included in a card are laid out very clearly, but others are not. Before you send in a credit card application, check to see if it charges an annual fee. Also look for the fees charged for late payments or over-the-limit fees. All of these could set you back if you’re not aware of them. If, on the other hand, you know about them, you’ll be able to avoid any unwanted fees.

In short, reading the fine print can be time-consuming, but it is well worth your time. If you find a term in the form that you do not understand, you can call the credit card company to ask about it before you apply. Understanding the fine print is key to a long, healthy relationship with your credit card.



Tony

rob c asked:


A good friend of mine went to a dentist to have her teeth clean and a check up. She is 63 years old, and takes very good care of her teeth.
The dentist said she had pockets and that her gums were infected. This came as a shock, because she had no idea of this problem. The dentist had her sign a credit application. My friend thought it was a pre approval application. After a day or two, she was notified by the dentist secretary that she had been approved for the sum of $3559, which would be the amount the dentist is to charge her. She is on disability, and that was not possible for her to pay that amount in monthly payments. The interest rate is 22% variable.
She called the credit card company and they said the money had been sent to the dentist. She would have to deal with the dentist to have the money sent back. The credit card company said that because she had made an inquiry the day before to their company, her account had been closed.
Now the people at the dental office are not friendly with her and the dentist is not wanting to respond to her questions about the money or procedures.
My friend just wants out of the whole contract that she got pulled into.
The credit card company is not helpful.
How can she get out of the contract with the dentist and have the money returned?
The credit card company has charged her 4%. That would amount to $140, and the dentist has already taken xrays, and an exam. So maybe this has allowed the dentist to complete access to the money advanced to my friends account with the dentist. She feels like she is being held hostage by the dentist to have all this work done, and wants a second opinion from another dentist. Do you have any ideas of how to handle this mess she is in.? Thank you for taking the time.

Viola