Tuesday, December 30, 2008

Platinum Credit Cards

By Gray Rollins

Credit cards are categorized in three different levels; the Standard credit card, the Gold credit card, and the Platinum credit card. Among the three, Platinum credit card is comprised of more benefits and purchasing power, making it as a status symbol in the society. More cardholders would prefer this Platinum credit card because of the benefits and privileges it extends to the customers who are qualified to avail it. High income and clean credit scores are one of the qualifications.

One type of platinum credit card offered is the American Express Platinum credit card. This card will allow you up to $100,000 in credit depending upon your credit history and income. This is a highly prized card because of the status of having one and the benefits that come along. Known for being very liberal with credit line increases, they are more so the longer you keep your credit card, American Express also offers a 1.5 rewards points every time you purchase an item using this credit card.

MasterCard Platinum credit card is another card that is accepted worldwide and offers reasonable interest rates for purchases. The MasterCard credit card company only requires prompt payments to maintain the reasonable percentage rate.

The platinum Master Card is for those with higher incomes but if you only pay the minimum on your outstanding balance your interest rates can go up by as much as 35%. When choosing this type of credit card the best way to save the interest and fees is by paying off the balance each month.

The Discover More Platinum credit card is another credit card that is suitable for people who can afford the payment but prefer the 0% annual fees and low introductory APR. The APR will remain low if the payments are made on time and good credit score is maintained. This card also gives high spending limits to cardholders with rebates and bonuses for every purchase. Online account is also accessible anywhere.

When you are eligible for a platinum credit card you will have more benefits from this card than either the silver or gold credit cards. The platinum card has always been reserved for those with an income level that is above average and the financial savvy to keep their credit at excellent levels. Platinum credit cards have many services, such as concierge services that are part of the benefits of qualifying for this card.

Platinum credit card is also offered to business institutions for their company purchases. The features of the business credit card are the same with that of the personal credit card. Some credit card companies offer the platinum business card with no APR on the first twelve months and low APR thereafter, while some offer no annual fee. To avail the 3 to 25% discount on purchases, buy the materials your business needs from those stores affiliated with the credit card companies.

Platinum shopping card is also a form of credit card. Unlike the regular credit card which can be used for dining, travel, or other services, platinum shopping card is only intended for purchases of merchandise or just for shopping purposes. The credit transactions are still reported to the credit bureau for the credit score, so be sure to make prompt payments and take care of your credit history. - 15432

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