Aberdeen Proving Ground Federal Credit Union Visa Platinum Preferred Share Secured Card Review

Aberdeen Proving Ground Federal Credit Union Visa Platinum Preferred Share Secured Card is a secured credit card credit card issued by Aberdeen Proving Ground Federal Credit Union. If you're wondering whether Aberdeen Proving Ground Federal Credit Union Visa Platinum Preferred Share Secured Card is the right card for you, read on. This is everything you need to know to make a good choice.

• Signup bonus. Offers a signup bonus of 2500 points that can be redeemed for travel, gifts, or other perks.
• 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.
• 3% Balance transfer fee. Aberdeen Proving Ground Federal Credit Union Visa Platinum Preferred Share Secured Card charges a fee of up to 3% on balance transfers. For example, a balance of $1,000 could cost up to $30 in transfer fees.
• 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.
• Secured card. This card requires a refundable deposit before you qualify for a line of credit. These cards are often used to improve the credit of people with poor credit or little credit history.
• Poor credit accepted. This card will consider people who have bad credit. Even if you have poor credit, you may still qualify.

The Good	The Bad
Lower than average purchase APRs. No annual fee. Considers applicants with fair or poor credit. Aberdeen Proving Ground Federal Credit Union Visa Platinum Preferred Share Secured Card reports to multiple credit bureaus.	Does not offer rewards or cash back. Charges a foreign transaction fee of 1%. Charges a 3% balance transfer fee. Does not include many credit card benefits.

Is there a Aberdeen Proving Ground Federal Credit Union Visa Platinum Preferred Share Secured Card cash back or rewards program?

No, Aberdeen Proving Ground Federal Credit Union Visa Platinum Preferred Share Secured Card does not offer a rewards program.

What are the Aberdeen Proving Ground Federal Credit Union Visa Platinum Preferred Share Secured Card benefits?

Aberdeen Proving Ground Federal Credit Union Visa Platinum Preferred Share Secured Card provides the following benefits:

• Zero fraud liability
• Reports to major credit bureaus

What are the relevant APRs for Aberdeen Proving Ground Federal Credit Union Visa Platinum Preferred Share Secured Card?

According to the Federal Reserve Board, the average interest rate is 15% for all credit cards and 17% for accounts that carry a balance. Aberdeen Proving Ground Federal Credit Union Visa Platinum Preferred Share Secured Card has lower than average purchase APRs.

Aberdeen Proving Ground Federal Credit Union Visa Platinum Preferred Share Secured Card has a variable purchase APR starting at 5.35% . The card has a variable balance transfer APR starting at 5.35% . It also has a variable cash advance APR starting at 5.35% . Note that late payments are subject to an APR of 18% if you are late or miss your payments. Typically, the penalty APR applies for a minimum of six months but can go on indefinitely.

What are the fees for Aberdeen Proving Ground Federal Credit Union Visa Platinum Preferred Share Secured Card?

The following fees apply to Aberdeen Proving Ground Federal Credit Union Visa Platinum Preferred Share Secured Card:

Aberdeen Proving Ground Federal Credit Union Visa Platinum Preferred Share Secured Card Fees

Fees	Amount
Annual Fee	$0
Foreign Transaction Fee	1%
Returned Payment Fee	$20
Late Payment Fee	$25

Does Aberdeen Proving Ground Federal Credit Union Visa Platinum Preferred Share Secured Card report your account activity to credit bureaus?

Yes, Aberdeen Proving Ground Federal Credit Union Visa Platinum Preferred Share Secured Card reports your account activity to the following credit reporting agencies:

• Equifax
• Experian
• Transunion

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 for Aberdeen Proving Ground Federal Credit Union Visa Platinum Preferred Share Secured Card

• Visit the Aberdeen Proving Ground Federal Credit Union Visa Platinum Preferred Share Secured Card website.
• Fill in the application form. You will typically need to provide general financial information, such as your Social Security Number, address, and annual income.
• Check the information is accurate and submit your application.

If your credit score is preventing you from qualifying for this credit card, check out our guide for the best credit cards for bad credit.