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2010 Credit Card Guide
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Why do you apply for a credit card?

Top reasons to get a credit card
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What do people want in a credit card? Last fall, Bankrate surveyed 1,803 readers to learn what is important to them when shopping for a credit card. Is it a low interest rate? Great rewards program?

We thought we'd share some of the results with you. Do you agree with these cardholders?


 

 

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Credit Card Averages
Product Rate
Balance Transfer Cards 15.93%
Cash Back Cards 16.47%
All Variable 14.35%
Low Interest Cards 10.37%
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