NIH Federal Credit Union Visa Business Rewards Credit Card

NIH Federal Credit Union Visa Business Rewards Credit Card Review

• 0% APR balance transfer intro rate. Offers an introductory 0% APR rate on balance transfers for up to 15 months, which is longer than the average 0% APR period of 12 months.
• 0% APR on new purchases. New cardholders receive an introductory 0% APR rate on new purchases for up to 15 months.
• Competitive APRs. NIH Federal Credit Union Visa Business Rewards Credit Card has a variable purchase APR that ranges from 12.49% up to 17.49%.
• No annual fee*. This is a great option for people looking for a low-maintenance card. It gives you the benefits of a credit card, but you don't have to pay an annual fee for the privilege.
• 2% Balance transfer fee. NIH Federal Credit Union Visa Business Rewards Credit Card charges a fee of 2% on balance transfers. For example, a balance of $1,000 could cost $20 in transfer fees. The minimum fee is $10.
• Charges foreign transaction fees. Avoid using this card when traveling abroad because it charges a commission of 1% every time you make a transaction outside the U.S.
• Fair or better credit required. You will have good approval odds if your credit score is above 650.

The Good	The Bad
Potentially lower than average purchase APRs. 0% APR balance transfer intro rate on balance transfers for up to 15 months. 0% APR on new purchases during the first 15 months. No annual fee. NIH Federal Credit Union Visa Business Rewards Credit Card reports to multiple credit bureaus.	Does not offer a signup bonus. Does not offer rewards or cash back. Charges a foreign transaction fee of 1%. You don't earn rewards on every purchase. Charges a 2% balance transfer fee. Does not include many credit card benefits.

Who is NIH Federal Credit Union business credit card designed for?

This is a credit card issued by NIH Federal Credit Union. 

This business card is designed for small businesses with fair credit. The minimum credit score to apply is 650.

What are the relevant APRs?

This business credit card has a variable purchase APR that ranges from 12.49% up to 17.49%. The card has a variable balance transfer APR that ranges from 12.49% up to 17.49%.

The good news is this business card does not charge a penalty APR if you are late on a payment.

What fees does it charge?

The following fees apply to this business credit card:

• There is no annual fee.
• A late payment penalty of up to $25.
• A returned payment fee of up to $25.
• There is no overlimit fee

Does it offer a cash back rewards program?

No, it does not offer a cash back rewards program. This business card offers rewards to small business owners that use the card to make purchases in the following bonus categories:

Can I get it with just an employer identification number (EIN)?

You can apply for this business credit card with your EIN number, but expect the credit card issuer to also require your Social Security number. This is because, as with most business cards, it requires you to personally guarantee the line of credit.

What are the benefits?

This business credit card provides the following benefits:

• Reports to major credit bureaus

What is the support contact email?

The support contact email for this business credit card is nihfcu@nihfcu.org.

Does NIH Federal Credit Union Visa Business Rewards Credit Card report your account activity to credit bureaus?

Yes, NIH Federal Credit Union Visa Business Rewards Credit Card reports your account activity to the following credit reporting agencies:

Making regular on-time payments to a creditor that reports to one or more credit bureaus will demonstrate your financial responsibility and may help improve your credit.

How to apply?

• Visit the NIH Federal Credit Union .
• Fill in the application form. You will typically need to provide general financial information, such as your Social Security Number, address, annual income, and source of employment.
• Check the information is accurate and submit your application.
• If you're denied click here to find out why your application may have been rejected and what you can do about it.