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Research: Factors to tailor in when choosing business credit cards - Credit-Land.com

If you are the point of setting up a business, then it is important to fully understand the implications and advantages of a business credit card. There will be expenses that need to be taken care of, ranging from buying the hardware, setting up infrastructure and recruiting employees. Credit cards for small businesses will prove to be very handy since they can cover most of the costs. You need not worry about arranging the money upfront, and can pay for the purchases on a monthly basis. However, in order to ensure you get a fair deal, there are a few factors that you need to tailor in, before you make your choice.

Rate of interest

There are innumerable credit card lenders who have a range of credit cards just for business purposes. Though all of them claim to give you the best offers, not all of them can live up to their claims. The rate of interest being offered on the credit cards is of utmost importance. If the financial institution is willing to give you promotional rates to start, it is important to find out the duration of the offer. It is also imperative that you check with the bank or credit union about the interest rate and when the promotional period is over.

Annual fees and other charges

Another important factor to consider is the annual fees being charged on the card. Bank charges may vary with their annual fees. It is imperative that you refrain from such cards. Shopping around and comparing extensively, will surely enable a business credit card that offer nominal annual fees. Some of them waive completely, but such cards are really hard to find. If you have maintained a good credit history, the chances of you finding cards with no annual fees are high. Review other charges, such as the late payment fees, and financial charges that will be levied.

Rewards offered

One of the benefits of business cards is that they offer better rewards, as compared to the regular credit cards. Make sure the rewards being offered are going to be of use to your business.

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