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Issued by MetaBank Categories: Pre-Paid
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The Account Now™ Vantage Debit MasterCard®, issued by MetaBank, is a stored value card designed for those who may have difficulty in obtaining a standard unsecured credit card. Although the card does not require a banking account to be opened, it does require payments in advance, which are then used to offset future purchases made with the card. Advance payments can be funded directly from the cardholder's paycheck and automatically loaded to the card every pay period. The card can also be loaded by wiring money from an established bank account or through MoneyGram® ExpressPayment®. It is important to note that there are some fees associated with this card that include an activation fee of $29.95 and a monthly participation fee of $9.95, which amounts to $119.40 annually. There is no additional charge for U.S. purchases. So, in the first year alone, a cardholder can expect to pay a minimum total of $149.35 in fees. It is common for stored value cards to lack benefits; however, this card does offer a free bill pay service (for the first seven transactions each month) and access to a free credit builder service, which reports bill payment information to a national credit reporting agency. Therefore, those who are looking for a stored value card with flexibility to pay in advance for purchases, do not mind paying upfront fees, and would like the opportunity to participate in the credit builder service will find the Account Now™ Vantage Debit MasterCard® to be a beneficial option. This card offers cardholders their choice of three unique plans, which differ in terms of the fees and the services that are offered, so cardholders should review the terms and conditions before applying to see which plan will fit their needs the most (the current card review reflects the premium plan).
Most Attractive Feature(s): Access to free credit builder program.
Least Attractive Feature(s): Application fee; monthly maintenance fee; transaction fee.
Additional Perks
Access to free credit builder program.
Free bill pay service for the first seven transactions per month.
No liability for unauthorized transactions.
See website for additional benefits.
Rates & Fees
- Introductory Rate: No Introductory Rate Available
- Introductory Rate Details:
- Grace Period: Not applicable to this type of card.
- Applied Towards: None
- APR (Purchases) %:
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- Finance Configuration:
- Annual Fee: $0
- Additional Cardholders:
- Application Fee:
- Minimum Credit Limit: n/a
- Maximum Credit Limit: $10,000
- Late Payment Fee:
- Over-The-Limit Fee: $29
- Cash Advance Fee: $2 U.S. ATM transaction fee (1 free cash withdrawal per month); $4.95 bank teller cash advance and international ATM transaction fee
- Balance Transfer Fee:
- Important Notations: This card offers cardholders their choice of two unique plans, which differ in terms of the fees and the services that are offered, so cardholders should review the terms and conditions before applying to see which plan will fit their needs the most (the current card review reflects the premium plan).There is a transaction fee for U.S. purchases.$1 fee for ATM balance inquiries.$1 fee for international purchases.No credit checks or turn downs.No employment verifications.Must be at least 18 and a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.See website for complete terms and conditions of card usage and application disclosure.
* See the online credit card applications for details about Terms and Conditions of offer.
Note: The credit card information is believed to be accurate during the update. However, all information posted may have changed since the update. We strongly suggest that you carefully read the Terms and Conditions Statement that accompanies the credit card application. When you click on the " Apply " button you can review the credit card Terms and Conditions on the credit card issuer's web site.
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- No Annual Fee for the First Year - $125 Thereafter
- Earn 10,000 Membership Rewards® Bonus Points After Your First Purchase with the Card - Redeemable for a $100 Gift Card
- No Pre-Set Spending Limit
- The Membership Rewards Program® - Earn 1 Membership Rewards® Point for Virtually Every Dollar You Spend. You can Redeem Points for Your Choice of Truly Exceptional Travel, Shopping, and Entertainment Rewards
- Gold Card Events - Exclusive Access to Tickets for Select Concerts, Shows, Major Sporting Events, and More in Cities Nationwide
- Global Assist® Plus Hotline and Many More Benefits Included
- Express Approval. Get a Decision in Less than 60 Seconds
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- No Annual Fee for the First Year - $95 Thereafter
- Earn 5,000 Membership Rewards® Bonus Points After Your First Purchase With the Card -- Redeemable for a $50 Gift Card
- The Membership Rewards® Program also Lets You Transfer Points to 11 Frequent Flyer Programs: 1 Point = 1 Frequent Flyer Mile or Frequent Guest Credit for Most Programs
- Purchase Protection Plan Protects Eligible Purchases Made with the Card Against Accidental Damage and Theft for up to 90 Days from the Date of Purchase
- Many Other Travel and Shopping Benefits
- No Pre-Set Spending Limit
- Express Approval. Get a Decision in Less than 60 Seconds
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$95** |
No Introductory Rate Available |
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