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What do you look for when choosing a credit card? Are you the practical type that compares credit cards based on numbers alone? Or are you the kind that makes a decision based on the rewards that a credit card offers?
Whatever your approach to choosing credit cards might be, the most important thing is that you you end up with a credit card that will really suit your needs and taste. What this means is that though there are "formulas" out there that will help you in your search for a good credit card, the main thing to remember is that in the end, you should get a card that you know will satisfy you. That means not giving in to the pressure of ads, which will simply try to entice you with a lot of promises, nor the well meaning of "financial gurus" who seem to disregard factors other than financial soundness. Of course, it is important to be open and actually pay attention to both so that you can benefit from a good credit card that will offer you good rates as well as satisfy your wants due to the perks they bring, but in the end you should base your decision on what you feel will be best for you.
Making a firm decision on what will be best for you, however, entails sound knowledge on the things to consider when choosing a credit card. If you base your decision on just hearsay, then the decision, as firm as it is, will likely lead to mistakes. This means that while you already have your own criteria for choosing credit cards, you should still learn about all the other factors to consider, and then rethink your approach and prioritise the different factors that you should consider when you compare credit cards.
Some of the factors you should consider when comparing credit cards include the following: The issuing bank - Obviously, you will find the best credit cards ireland has to offer in reputable Irish banks. credit card rates - Look at the different rates for the different kind of transactions. You should also find out other transaction fees and charges. Features - Find out the standard security features, online services provided, and other things packaged with each card. Reward system - Choose a card whose reward system will satisfy your wants. Customer satisfaction - Find out what existing cardholders are saying about the product. Are they satisfied with it, or are there a lot of hidden charges? How's the level of service?
By knowing the different factors that you should consider, you will be able to figure out which one is more important to you, and make an informed, sound, and satisfying decision.
