Things You'll Need:
- You will need a computer and an ACTION PLAN to evaluate balance transfer credit cards.
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Step 1
BALANCE TRANSFER REWARDSBALANCE TRANSFER CREDIT CARD EVALUATION - The first step to evaluating balance transfer credit cards is to see if the card offers such rewards as airline tickets, cash back, car insurance and other incentives. When you transfer a balance you may be able to reap the benefits of a new card.
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Step 2
BALANCE TRANSFER RESEARCHRESEARCH AND EVALUATE - The second step to evaluating balance transfer credit cards is to research. Before you sign anything, please research. Look at the varying interest rates, minimum payment requirements, grace peiods, annual fees and credit limits on the cards. Balance transfer credit cards may contain low interest rates to attract customers.
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Step 3
DAVE SAYS, "DON'T WORSHIP THE FICO SCORE."UNDERSTAND THE CONSEQUENCES - The third step to evaluating balance transfer credit cards is to understand the impact of cancelling a credit card will have on your credit score. If you must transfer a balance, try lowering the amount of credit on the other card. If the card is one that you've had for awhile and consistently paid off, this could have a negative affect on your credit score.












