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You may have always wanted to apply for a new credit card but are probably reluctant to go through the entire process again. Sending applications, documents pertinent to it and a zillion other details seem cumbersome to anyone. You may be wondering if you will have time for all of that! Well credit cards are not easy to get as a first timer, but if you are someone who has established credit somewhat and have a fair credit score then you should think of going for one of those instant approval cards.

They are easy to apply for and getting them is not a tough job. While instant approval cards are also available for those with bad credit history they are not a surefire way to get a card. There are companies that decline based on the consumers credit history. It is just that the process and the decision is made quickly so you know immediately rather than waiting a whole week or month. It is also important to bear in mind that it is just the approval process that is over with quickly, receiving the card will take a week or any number of business days as is the norm for any credit agency or bank.

What this process is preferred for is the simple reason that the whole procedure of applying and sending in letters or applications and details is all done with quickly. You don`t need to invest a lot of time into the application part or to wait to hear from the credit card company about whether you will be getting a credit card soon or not. When you get marketing emails, you may receive a lot of information about many different kinds of cards, however being approved for all of them is not a possibility. You get to know of a type of card you like and you want to get the approval over with quickly, then you look for these in instant approval cards.

When you deal with these instant approval cards, make sure you read everything that it says on the terms and conditions including the small print. Many consumers jump at the opportunity of getting a low APR card through instant approval and then find the promotional period is over before they know it and they have overspend on the card. Make sure you do not fall prey to such errors of judgment and take your time deciding.

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