First Bank Secured Mastercard Review

This is a credit card issued by First Bank. If you're wondering whether First Bank Secured Mastercard is the right card for you, read on. This review will provide you with with all the details you need to make a good choice.

• High APRs. This is not a great card for people who carry a balance. It has a variable purchase APR of 24.24%
• 5% Balance transfer fee. First Bank Secured Mastercard charges a fee of 5% on balance transfers. For example, a balance of $1,000 could cost $50 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 3% every time you make a transaction outside the U.S.
• Accepts cosigners. First Bank is one of the few credit card issuers that allows applicants to include a cosigner. Adding a cosigner can really improve your approval chances if your credit is not great.
• Poor credit accepted. This card will consider people who have bad credit. Even if you have poor credit, you may still have relatively good approval odds.

The Good	The Bad
Free access to your credit score. Considers applicants with fair or poor credit. First Bank Secured Mastercard reports to multiple credit bureaus.	Higher than average purchase APRs. Charges an annual fee of $35 Does not offer a signup bonus. Does not offer rewards or cash back. Charges a foreign transaction fee of 3%. You don't earn rewards on every purchase. Charges a 5% balance transfer fee. Does not include many credit card benefits.

Does First Bank Secured Mastercard have a cash back or rewards program?

No, it does not offer a rewards program.

What are the First Bank Secured Mastercard benefits?

It provides the following benefits:

• Free Credit Score
• Zero fraud liability
• Reports to major credit bureaus

What are the relevant APRs for First Bank Secured Mastercard?

According to the Federal Reserve Board, the average regular APR is 15% for all credit cards and 17% for accounts that carry a balance. This card has higher than average regular APRs.

First Bank Secured Mastercard has a variable purchase APR of 24.24%. The card has a variable balance transfer APR of 24.24% . It also has a variable cash advance APR of 25.24% .

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

What are the fees for First Bank Secured Mastercard?

The following fees apply:

• There is no overlimit fee

First Bank Secured Mastercard Fees

Fees	Amount
Annual Fee	$35
Overlimit Fee	$0
Foreign Transaction Fee	3%
Returned Payment Fee	$35
Late Payment Fee	$40

Does First Bank Secured Mastercard report your account activity to credit bureaus?

Yes, First Bank Secured Mastercard 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 First Bank Secured Mastercard

• Visit the First Bank Secured Mastercard 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.