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Making The Store Credit Card Decision“Would you like to save 20% by opening a store credit card today?” You hear this a lot at the checkout counter, and saving money is always tempting. But should you do it? Store credit cards are offered by many big retailers. You’ll get that initial discount and maybe even special incentives or discounts on future purchases. If you’re a regular customer, you might want to consider it. But there can be drawbacks:
Adding a store credit card is a spending decision, and like any spending decision it’s always best to consider your options first:
Five Points Bank offers multiple options for your spending needs. Unlike a store card, our credit cards are accepted anywhere Visa is accepted, often have lower rates than store cards, and offer generous rewards programs. If you find that you’re carrying a balance on those high-interest store cards, we also offer incredibly low introductory rates on balance transfers. If you’re interested in our credit card options, click here or call us at 800-576-4687. |