Wednesday, December 17, 2008

Continental Finance MasterCard - Review

By Dan Moskel

This card is a sub prime unsecured card. This means the Continental Finance Card is designed specifically for individuals looking for a second chance with credit.

This card has an initial credit limit of $300. With semi-annual credit limit increases up to a maximum limit of $2000.

You account will be reported monthly to all three credit bureaus. This will give you an opportunity to rebuild your credit score.

This card can help your score because it will improve your ratio of credit to debt. In addition by paying your monthly bill you will create a positive payment history.

These two factors have a tremendous impact on your credit score. It is still important to remove bad credit items from your credit reports.

This card is unsecured which means that you do not have to put a deposit down. However you will have to pay an annual fee. This is typical with sub prime cards.

This card does offer a low 9.75% APR. This is way below the industry standard of 19% APR. Your card is accepted world wide at millions of locations.

There are easy approval requirements including no minimum income. You can still qualify for this card even if you have a recent bankruptcy on your credit. They offer an instant decision if you apply online.

This card is issued by the First Bank of Delaware. This bank has a long history of lending in the sub prime market.

In addition you will receive online account access. This card works just like any other credit card, you will be responsible to pay your monthly bill.

With a sub prime credit rating your other options include a secured credit card. This is a good choice however the account is reported to the credit bureaus as a secured account and you will receive less benefit to your score because it is secured.

You also can qualify for a shopping card. We do not suggest these cards because they often come with large fees and only report to one credit bureau.

In sum we do suggest the Continental Finance Card to anyone looking for a second chance with credit. You can use this card to re-establish your credit score and build positive credit because it will improve your ratio of debit to available credit and can create a positive payment history. - 16928

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