Poor Credit Credit Cards

How to Get a Credit Card with a Poor Credit Rating

By Ben Wilver, published Sep 04, 2007
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With a rising number of people experiencing credit woes, where are they to turn for a credit card? In the past it was difficult to qualify for a reasonable credit card offer with a poor credit rating. Most people with a low credit rating were stuck with a secured credit card, which requires a deposit for use, or a card that had a very high variable interest rate associated with it. Neither of these options are ideal. But in today's world there are actually poor credit credit cards designed for these specific users that offer reasonable deals. Not only are these deals getting better, but they can also be a good way to start rebuilding a positive credit history.

Poor credit credit cards are specifically designed for users with a low credit score. Issuers are becoming increasingly aware that people deserve a second chance and designed these cards to provide that chance. By obtaining a poor credit credit card, users are taking the first step towards fixing their credit woes. These cards offer the benefit of reporting the cardholder's payment history to the credit bureaus. This is a rare feature because most cards only report negative information or charge a fee to report positive information to the bureaus.

There are plenty of offers available for people with poor credit these days. Many of these cards offer a reasonably low interest rate, but they generally have an annual fee and application fee associated with them. These fees can vary from card to card, so it is important to look carefully at all offers.

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a secured credit credit card that charges an app fee on top of moey put int rust is moronic. The interest on that money and the possession of the liquid capital is worth much more than $59. Get a shared credit card witha co signor and maintain all payments. Collection agencies can't collect on the balance because it is not singly in your name.

Posted on 05/05/2008 at 3:05:21 PM

 
@ get real, i dont know where you get your info from, but there are poor credit credit cards that work.

Posted on 02/27/2008 at 8:02:07 PM

 
"Poor Credit Cards" are a scam. All they do is sell your information to collection agencies. On top of that, charging you $79 annual fee and $59 to apply for a $300 credit line.

Posted on 09/10/2007 at 9:09:00 PM

 
:)

Posted on 09/10/2007 at 12:09:00 PM

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