The content is accurate at the time of publication and is subject to change.

It would be an amazing deal for everyone could get exactly the type of credit cards they want.  While this is not quite the case every time, you can be selective about choosing some better cards over others. All credit cards come with a catch most of the time. Some may have good interest rates but too many transaction charges. Others would offer interesting balance transfers but too much fees. Still other cards may come without any annual fees applicable. You might be wondering like every other person, just how you can get these advantages. It is important to understand that no annual fee cards are a rarity and also a limited period offer many a time.

Of course, most people do not realize that paying an annual fee is something they can get out of. They just take it for granted as the way to use a credit card and do not bother finding out about other options. Did you know that if you have a really good credit score, you can negotiate with your bank about waiving those annual fees that are applicable? Many a time, it is higher on certain privilege cards or reward credit cards. It becomes extremely important to sort out things and figure out ways to cut down on the applicable charges.

When you look at cards with annual fees, you are most of the time considering something that has additional benefits. Reward credit cards almost always come with annual fees which can’t be waived off. Why don’t you take a look at your spending and check out if you are really getting your money’s worth on them? In many cases excepting some rare ones, reward credit cards involve more payments and more spending by the customer to earn something insubstantial on account of it.

Be more careful when you apply for a credit card. Look around and see which cards will offer you some competitive annual fees and options to choose from. Reward credit cards themselves will come with lower annual fees if you do enough research. Also consider opting for cards where you can waive off the fee after you set a good credit score. Discuss your options carefully with your bank and always keep track of your spending and payment schedules. In no time at all, you will find yourself eligible for some really good deals and no annual fee cards. They are definitely available; you just need to know where to look.

Disclaimer: This editorial content is not provided or commissioned by the credit card issuer(s). Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of the credit card issuer(s), and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by the credit card issuer(s). Reasonable efforts are made to present accurate information, however all information is presented without warranty. Consult a card's issuing bank for the terms & conditions.
All rates and fees, and other terms and conditions of the products mentioned in this article/post are actual as of the last update date but are subject to change. See the current products' Terms & Conditions on the issuing banks' websites.