Rebuild Credit Credit Cards Pro's and Con's

What are they?

A product developed specifically for clients wishing to re-build or re-start their credit history - adverse credit cards offer many a second chance at financial recovery. Ideal if you’ve recently recovered from a period of financial difficulty or have been declined by a ‘prime’ card provider.

An adverse credit card does not differ hugely from its ‘prime credit card’ sister. The application process is much the same, subject to status. The advantage being that the adverse credit card provider acknowledges that the applicant has probably experienced some financial difficulties in the past, so makes some provision for this when making a decision on whether to accept the application. With no discernable difference in appearance to their ‘prime’ counterparts, adverse credit cards have no visual or perceived stigma attached and offer the same freedom of choice where client spending is concerned - internet, telephone and over the counter usage are all permitted.


Pros

Adverse credit cards provide an excellent opportunity to re-establish a client’s credit status. Credit limits are set at an affordable amount so that budgeting is established and over spending discouraged. This helps a client not to overstretch themselves, thus encouraging a more balanced approach to credit facilities. Over a period of time, the cost of borrowing, the APR, can be re-considered and reduced. Credit limits may be raised after prolonged acceptable useage.

Cons

The cost of borrowing on credit cards, especially adverse credit cards, can be extremely high. If a client has not budgeted correctly, they may find themselves in a situation where their repayments become too costly. Without disciplined use, an adverse credit card may result in accumulated debt that is not met.