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To get this card, you must also:
Note: This information is only intended as a guide. The final decision is up to the bank and your application could still be rejected even if you can answer 'Yes' to all the minimum criteria above. Always consider your options and your financial situation before you apply for a credit card.
What the Critics Are Saying...
- Garrett Yarbrough, BankrateWhether you’re spending on everyday essentials like groceries and gas station purchases or spending a night in with streaming services, this versatile card has you covered.
- Gregory Karp, NerdWalletFamilies can rack up serious cash back. The annual fee is a whopper, but if you spend at least $31 a week at the supermarket, you'll cover it.
- Jennifer Doss, CardRatings.comBlue Cash Preferred® Card from American Express is great for frequent commuters, those who enjoy listening to their favorite albums throughout the day (or who appreciates a good Netflix binge), and for anyone who frequently spends at U.S. supermarkets and U.S. gas stations: think soccer parents toti...
- Louie Patterson, SlickDealsThis card earns generous cash back at U.S. supermarkets, gas stations and select streaming services, potentially making it an excellent fit for households with big grocery and transportation costs.
- Holly Johnson, TimeDue to the stellar bonus earning rates on the Blue Cash Preferred® Card from American Express, you can quickly maximize your rewards on everyday spending and bills. That said, reward caps limit its potential, especially when it comes to grocery spending. The 6% cash back on up to $6,000 in spending...
Details
| Interest Rates | |
|---|---|
| Regular APR Interest Rate |
19.24% ‐ 29.99% (Variable) (0% for the first 12 months) This APR will vary with the market based on the Prime Rate. |
| Balance Transfer Interest Rate |
19.24% ‐ 29.99% (Variable) (0% for the first 12 months) This APR will vary with the market based on the Prime Rate. |
| Cash Advance Interest Rate |
29.99% (Variable) This APR will vary with the market based on the Prime Rate. |
| Rates & Fees | |
| Annual Fee |
$95.00 |
| Balance Transfer Fee |
3% Minimum of $5 |
| Cash Advance Fee |
5% Minimum of $10 |
| Foreign Transaction Fee |
2.7% of each transaction in U.S. dollars. |
| Over Limit Fee | $0.00 |
| Late Payment Fee |
$40.00 Maximum |
| Promotions | |
| Sign up bonus |
$250 after spending $3,000
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| Rewards | |
| All Purchases | 1% cash back |
| Restaurants | No |
| Gas |
3% cash back |
| Groceries | 6% cash back (on first $6000 spent) |
| Hotels | No |
| Travel | No |
| Pharmacy | No |
| Bills | No |
| Additional Details |
3% cash back on transit (e.g., taxis/rideshare, parking, tolls, trains, buses and more) 6% cash back on select U.S. streaming subscriptions. |
| Features & Benefits | |
| Additional Card Holders | Yes |
| Travel Accident Insurance | No |
| Car Rental Insurance | Yes |
| Car Rental Discount | No |
| Extended Warranty | Yes |
| Purchase Protection | Yes |
| Zero Liability | Yes |
| No Foreign Transaction Fees | No |
| Emergency Assistance | Yes |
| Concierge Service | No |
| Price Protection | No |
| Fraud Protection | Yes |
| Free Credit Scores | No |
| Wireless Payments | No |
| Virtual Cards | Yes |
| Additional Benefits |
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| Eligibility | |
| Minimum Security Deposit | $0 |
| Minimum Age | 18 |
| Minimum Personal Income | |
| Temporary Residents | No |
| More | |
| Additional comments | - |
| Terms & Conditions | Official Terms & Conditions |
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