Balance Transfer Credit Cards: Best of March 2020

Citi Simplicity® Card

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• On Citi's Secure Website

Annual Fee

$0

APR

14.74% - 24.74% (Variable)

Credit Needed

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Excellent, Good

Editor's Rating

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• No Late Fees, No Penalty Rate, and No Annual Fee... Ever
• 0% Intro APR on balance transfers for 21 months from date of first transfer. All transfers must be completed in first 4 months. After that, the variable APR will be 14.74% - 24.74%, based on your creditworthiness.
• 0% Intro APR on purchases for 12 months from date of account opening. After that, the variable APR will be 14.74% - 24.74%, based on your creditworthiness.
• If you transfer a balance with this offer, after your 0% Intro purchase APR expires, both new purchases and unpaid purchase balances will automatically accrue interest until all balances, including your transferred balances, are paid in full
• There is a balance transfer fee of either $5 or 5% of the amount of each transfer, whichever is greater.
• The standard variable APR for Citi Flex Plan is 14.74% - 24.74%, based on your creditworthiness. Citi Flex Plan offers are made available at Citi's discretion.
• Stay protected with Citi® Quick Lock and $0 liability on unauthorized charges

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Citi® Double Cash Card

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• On Citi's Secure Website

Annual Fee

$0

APR

13.99% - 23.99% (Variable)

Credit Needed

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Excellent, Good

Editor's Rating

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• Earn cash back twice. Earn 2% on every purchase with unlimited 1% cash back when you buy, plus an additional 1% as you pay for those purchases.
• To earn cash back, pay at least the minimum due on time.
• Balance Transfer Offer: 0% intro APR on Balance Transfers for 18 months. After that, the variable APR will be 13.99% - 23.99%, based on your creditworthiness.
• Balance Transfers do not earn cash back.
• If you transfer a balance, interest will be charged on your purchases unless you pay your entire balance (including balance transfers) by the due date each month.
• There is a balance transfer fee of either $5 or 3% of the amount of each transfer, whichever is greater.
• The standard variable APR for Citi Flex Plan is 13.99% – 23.99% based on your creditworthiness. Citi Flex Plan offers are made available at Citi's discretion.

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American Express Cash Magnet®

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• See Rates & Fees. Terms Apply.
• On American Express' Secure Website

Annual Fee

$0

APR

12.99%-23.99% Variable

Credit Needed

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Good/Excellent

Editor's Rating

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• Earn a $150 statement credit after you spend $1,000 or more in purchases with your new Card within the first 3 months of Card Membership.
• Unlimited 1.5% Cash Back on your purchases.
• Cash Back is received in the form of Reward Dollars that can be redeemed for statement credits.
• Low intro APR: 0% for 15 months on purchases and balance transfers from the date of account opening, then a variable rate, currently 12.99% to 23.99%.
• 0% introductory plan fee on each purchase moved into a plan during the first 15 months from the date of account opening with Plan It®, a feature that lets you split up big purchases into monthly payments with a fixed fee. After that, your plan fee will be up to 1.17% of each purchase moved into a plan based on the plan duration, the APR that would otherwise apply to the purchase.
• Don't wait for your Card in the mail. Start earning cash back before your Card even arrives, if eligible for Instant Card Number.
• No Annual Fee.
• Terms Apply.

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Blue Cash Everyday® Card from American Express

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• See Rates & Fees. Terms Apply.
• On American Express' Secure Website

Annual Fee

$0

APR

12.99%-23.99% Variable

Credit Needed

?

Good/Excellent

Editor's Rating

?

• Earn a $150 statement credit after you spend $1,000 in purchases on your new Card within the first 3 months.
• 3% Cash Back at U.S. supermarkets (on up to $6,000 per year in purchases, then 1%).
• 2% Cash Back at U.S. gas stations and at select U.S. department stores, 1% back on other purchases.
• Low intro APR: 0% for 15 months on purchases and balance transfers from the date of account opening, then a variable rate, currently 12.99% to 23.99%.
• Don't wait for your Card in the mail. Start earning cash back before your card even arrives, if eligible for Instant Card Number.
• Cash back is received in the form of Reward Dollars that can be redeemed for statement credits.
• No annual fee.
• Terms Apply.

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Citi Simplicity® Card

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• On Citi's Secure Website

Annual Fee

$0

APR

14.74% - 24.74% (Variable)

Credit Needed

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Excellent, Good

Editor's Rating

?

• No Late Fees, No Penalty Rate, and No Annual Fee... Ever
• 0% Intro APR on balance transfers for 21 months from date of first transfer. All transfers must be completed in first 4 months. After that, the variable APR will be 14.74% - 24.74%, based on your creditworthiness.
• 0% Intro APR on purchases for 12 months from date of account opening. After that, the variable APR will be 14.74% - 24.74%, based on your creditworthiness.
• If you transfer a balance with this offer, after your 0% Intro purchase APR expires, both new purchases and unpaid purchase balances will automatically accrue interest until all balances, including your transferred balances, are paid in full
• There is a balance transfer fee of either $5 or 5% of the amount of each transfer, whichever is greater.
• The standard variable APR for Citi Flex Plan is 14.74% - 24.74%, based on your creditworthiness. Citi Flex Plan offers are made available at Citi's discretion.
• Stay protected with Citi® Quick Lock and $0 liability on unauthorized charges

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Capital One® Quicksilver® Cash Rewards Credit Card

Annual Fee

No Annual Fee

APR

15.49% - 25.49% Variable

Credit Needed

?

Good

Editor's Rating

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Chase Freedom Unlimited®

Annual Fee

$0

APR

16.49% - 25.24% Variable

Credit Needed

?

Excellent

Editor's Rating

?

• Earn a $150 Bonus after you spend $500 on purchases in your first 3 months from account opening.
• Earn unlimited 1.5% cash back on all purchases.
• 0% Intro APR for 15 months from account opening on purchases and balance transfers, then a variable APR of 16.49 - 25.24%.
• 3% intro balance transfer fee when you transfer a balance during the first 60 days your account is open, with a minimum of $5
• No annual fee
• No minimum to redeem for cash back
• Cash Back rewards do not expire as long as your account is open

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BankAmericard® credit card

Annual Fee

No Annual Fee

APR

14.74% - 24.74% Variable

Credit Needed

?

Excellent

Editor's Rating

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ABOC Platinum Rewards Mastercard® Credit Card

Annual Fee

No Annual Fee

APR

14.4% - 24.4% Variable

Credit Needed

?

Good

Editor's Rating

?

• 0% Intro APR on Purchases for 12 months and Balance Transfers for 18 months - after that the variable APR will be 14.40% – 24.40%, based on your creditworthiness
• Earn $150 Statement Credit after you spend $1,200 on purchases within the first 90 days from account opening
• Earn 5x rewards on up to $1,500 in combined purchases each quarter in popular categories such as dining, groceries, travel, and automotive
• No upper limit on the points you can accumulate, and since points never expire, you can save up for a big award!
• Earn Points on Every Purchase! It’s simple: $1 = 1 Point
• No Annual Fee
• Select Your Rewards Your Way

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Citi® Double Cash Card

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Annual Fee

$0

APR

13.99% - 23.99% (Variable)

Credit Needed

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Excellent, Good

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• Earn cash back twice. Earn 2% on every purchase with unlimited 1% cash back when you buy, plus an additional 1% as you pay for those purchases.
• To earn cash back, pay at least the minimum due on time.
• Balance Transfer Offer: 0% intro APR on Balance Transfers for 18 months. After that, the variable APR will be 13.99% - 23.99%, based on your creditworthiness.
• Balance Transfers do not earn cash back.
• If you transfer a balance, interest will be charged on your purchases unless you pay your entire balance (including balance transfers) by the due date each month.
• There is a balance transfer fee of either $5 or 3% of the amount of each transfer, whichever is greater.
• The standard variable APR for Citi Flex Plan is 13.99% – 23.99% based on your creditworthiness. Citi Flex Plan offers are made available at Citi's discretion.

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American Express Cash Magnet®

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Annual Fee

$0

APR

12.99%-23.99% Variable

Credit Needed

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Good/Excellent

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• Earn a $150 statement credit after you spend $1,000 or more in purchases with your new Card within the first 3 months of Card Membership.
• Unlimited 1.5% Cash Back on your purchases.
• Cash Back is received in the form of Reward Dollars that can be redeemed for statement credits.
• Low intro APR: 0% for 15 months on purchases and balance transfers from the date of account opening, then a variable rate, currently 12.99% to 23.99%.
• 0% introductory plan fee on each purchase moved into a plan during the first 15 months from the date of account opening with Plan It®, a feature that lets you split up big purchases into monthly payments with a fixed fee. After that, your plan fee will be up to 1.17% of each purchase moved into a plan based on the plan duration, the APR that would otherwise apply to the purchase.
• Don't wait for your Card in the mail. Start earning cash back before your Card even arrives, if eligible for Instant Card Number.
• No Annual Fee.
• Terms Apply.

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Blue Cash Everyday® Card from American Express

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Annual Fee

$0

APR

12.99%-23.99% Variable

Credit Needed

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Good/Excellent

Editor's Rating

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• Earn a $150 statement credit after you spend $1,000 in purchases on your new Card within the first 3 months.
• 3% Cash Back at U.S. supermarkets (on up to $6,000 per year in purchases, then 1%).
• 2% Cash Back at U.S. gas stations and at select U.S. department stores, 1% back on other purchases.
• Low intro APR: 0% for 15 months on purchases and balance transfers from the date of account opening, then a variable rate, currently 12.99% to 23.99%.
• Don't wait for your Card in the mail. Start earning cash back before your card even arrives, if eligible for Instant Card Number.
• Cash back is received in the form of Reward Dollars that can be redeemed for statement credits.
• No annual fee.
• Terms Apply.

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1. Citi Simplicity® Card - No Late Fees Ever

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Why we like it: The Citi Simplicity® Card - No Late Fees Ever is one of our top recommendations for those interested in a balance transfer credit card because of its 21-month 0% intro APR period—which is three months longer than the next most competitive offer and nine months longer than the average. After the intro period, a 14.74% - 24.74% (Variable) will be introduced depending on your creditworthiness.

The long 0% APR period is a great opportunity for anyone burdened with high interest debt on another card, allowing ample time to pay off that debt interest free. Once approved for the Citi Simplicity® Card - No Late Fees Ever, you can move that balance from another card to the Citi Simplicity® Card - No Late Fees Ever where your payments will be 100% applied to the principal without interest charges for almost two years.

Another favorable aspect of this card is that it doesn't charge users late fees. The Citi Simplicity® Card - No Late Fees Ever also does not impose a penalty APR, which is a common practice used by most other lending institutions when payments are more than 60 days late. Overall, the Citi Simplicity® Card - No Late Fees Ever is head and shoulders above its peers when it comes to providing safeguards for cardholders.

Potential deal-breakers: The Citi Simplicity® Card - No Late Fees Ever features an above-average balance transfer fee when compared to its competition. You will need to pay either 5% of each balance transfer; $5 minimum. Therefore, you should calculate whether you will be saving more money through the longer 0% intro APR offer or by avoiding the greater transfer fee of this card and opting for an alternative. The Citi Simplicity® Card - No Late Fees Ever has another significant flaw: no reward system. You will not be able to earn any rewards or cash back from the transactions you make on this credit card, but that may be a good thing when your focus should be on debt repayment rather than making new purchases.

2. Discover it® Balance Transfer

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Why we like it: What separates this card from its competition, however, is that it is also a valuable rewards card in addition to being a great balance transfer card.

Users earn 5% cash back on everyday purchases at different places each quarter like grocery stores, restaurants, gas stations, select rideshares and online shopping, up to the quarterly maximum when you activate. Plus, earn unlimited 1% cash back on all other purchases - automatically. This credit card also offers a unique intro offer for new cardmembers: Discover will match all the cash back you've earned at the end of your first year, automatically. In other words, your cash back and rewards will be completely doubled.

Potential deal-breakers: This credit card requires some forethought compared to other cards featured on this list as you will need to keep track of a rotating calendar to maximize the rewards value this card provides. If you can't stay on top of the rotating bonus calendar, then the rewards offered by the Discover it® Balance Transfer will be below average. On the other hand, if you are able to consistently get a higher cash back rate whenever the category is applicable to your spending, then the intro offer of doubling your earned cash back will be an immense benefit.

3. Capital One® Quicksilver® Cash Rewards Credit Card

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Why we like it: The Capital One® Quicksilver® Cash Rewards Credit Card is not only a great option for a balance transfer card, but also for an all-around rewards card. This credit card is straightforward in its approach toward cash back rewards. Cardholders can earn unlimited 1.5% cash back on every purchase, plus there are $0 annual fees, and there is a one-time $150 cash bonus after spending $500 on purchases within three months from account opening. Unlike some cards with rotating categories or other niche benefits, most cardholders will be able to maximize their value on this card without too much thought.

The Capital One® Quicksilver® Cash Rewards Credit Card is a great option for those in need of a balance transfer card, because of its 0% intro APR for the first 15 months on purchases and balance transfers (15.49% - 25.49% (Variable) thereafter). The low APR will allow cardholders to pay off their transferred balance at a comfortable pace without having to worry about either interest or their debt growing larger, as long as no new charges are added to the account that aren’t paid off each month.

Potential deal-breakers: Although this credit card features a promotional 0% intro APR on balance transfers, it is important to note that there is a 3% fee on the amounts transferred within the first 15 months from account opening. However, the impact of that fee will vary depending on how much debt you transfer, and can still make sense considering how much you may save in interest charges. Additionally, there are credit cards available that offer longer 0% APR promotions if you believe you will need more than 15 months to pay off your balance.

4. Chase Freedom Unlimited®

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Why we like it: The Chase Freedom Unlimited® is one of the best options if you are looking for both a great balance transfer card and solid rewards card. This credit card features a 0% intro APR for 15 months from account opening on purchases and balance transfers (16.49% - 25.24% Variable thereafter). This is among the higher end of 0% intro APR periods and will allow you to pay back any transferred balance interest-free at a comfortable pace. In addition to its balance transfer benefits, cardholders will earn $150 for spending $500 on purchases within the first three months of account opening. We can imagine many cardholders initially getting this credit card for the APR promotion and choosing to retain the card even after the balance has been paid due to its solid cash back rewards.

Potential deal-breakers: This card also features a 3% balance transfer fee, which is pretty standard for balance transfer credit cards.

5. BankAmericard® credit card

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Why we like it: The BankAmericard® credit card features a 0% intro APR on balance transfers made in the first 60 days (14.74% - 24.74% Variable thereafter). This is a generous 0% period. The BankAmericard® credit card doesn't come with many other benefits, so it's best to apply for it only if you're looking for a long 0% APR period.

Potential deal-breakers: Although the BankAmericard® credit card offers a 0% intro APR on balance transfers (14.74% - 24.74% Variable thereafter), there are still other cards that provide longer 0% intro APR periods or some cash back incentives. For example, the Citi Simplicity® Card - No Late Fees Ever offers a 0% intro APR on purchases for 12 months from date of account opening and 0% intro APR on balance transfers for 21 months from date of first transfer (16.24% - 26.24% (Variable) thereafter) and the Capital One® Quicksilver® Cash Rewards Credit Card offers a 0% intro APR for the first 15 months on purchases and balance transfers (15.49% - 25.49% (Variable) thereafter) and 1.5% cash back.

6. ABOC Platinum Rewards Mastercard® Credit Card

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Why we like it: The ABOC Platinum Rewards Mastercard® Credit Card offers a long 0% on Purchases for 12 months and Balance Transfers for 18 months (a 14.40% - 24.40% Variable APR APR then applies). The card's rewards program is also above par, especially compared to other cards open to applicants with average credit scores. Cardholders earn 5 points per dollar on rotating purchases each quarter, on up to $1,500 in purchases, and 1 point per dollar on the remainder of their purchases. Best of all, unlike the Discover it® Balance Transfer, you don't have to register each quarter to earn the 5X bonus rate. Also, if you travel often, the card has another plus: It doesn't charge a foreign transaction fee.

Potential deal-breakers: You earn points rather than cash back with this card — so redemption is a little more complicated — and you lose value on those points if you redeem them for anything besides travel. If you aren't interested in travel rewards, you may want to hold out for a balance transfer card with cash back rewards.

7. Citi® Double Cash Card – 18 month BT offer

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Why we like it: The Citi® Double Cash Card – 18 month BT offer has one of the highest cash back rates among the credit cards listed. One of the biggest strengths of this credit card lies in its simplicity. While other credit cards will require you to activate categories and arrange your spending to coincide with changing bonus categories, this credit card will provide you its maximum savings without hassle. Cardholders will earn up to 2% cash back on all purchases when using this credit card — 1% cash back on each purchase and another 1% when they pay off that purchase — regardless of category or timing. Furthermore, you will also receive a 0% intro APR for 18 months on balance transfers. After the intro period, a 15.49% - 25.49% (Variable) applies. The combination of a competitive reward system and 0% APR period, alongside its ease of use, makes the Citi® Double Cash Card – 18 month BT offer one of the best options for an all-around balance transfer credit card.

Potential deal-breakers: If your only goal is to optimize the cash back and general rewards you receive, then there are better credit cards available for you. In particular, the Discover it® Balance Transfer is arguably the most rewarding given its rotating categories bonus of 5% cash back. The Citi® Double Cash Card – 18 month BT offer also does not offer a sign-up bonus. While many other credit cards offer incentives to encourage individuals to sign up, this credit card does not provide any special benefits or promotions for signing up. Lastly, this credit card features a foreign transaction fee. In other words, you will be charged an extra percentage of any expense when using this credit card outside of the United States. However, the Citi® Double Cash Card – 18 month BT offer remains a solid balance transfer deal, although it does charge a 3% of each balance transfer; $5 minimum. and any balance transfers must be completed within four months of account opening.

8. American Express Cash Magnet® Card – $150 Welcome Offer

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Why we like it: The American Express Cash Magnet® Card – $150 Welcome Offer is a simple cash-back card that also comes with a solid balance transfer offer: a 0% intro APR on purchases and balance transfers for 15 months (12.99%-23.99% Variable thereafter). This is a competitive length for a 0% offer, plus the card comes with 1.5% back on everything and a $150 welcome offer for spending $1,000 in the first three months. All of this for $0 annual fee (See Rates & Fees).

Potential deal-breakers: This card doesn't have the highest rewards potential of the cards on this list. If you're looking for a balance transfer card that earns better rewards, consider the Citi® Double Cash Card – 18 month BT offer. Unless you have a compelling reason to get an Amex card (or you value the 0% APR on purchases), then you may be better off with a more rewarding balance transfer credit card.

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9. Blue Cash Everyday® Card from American Express

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Why we like it: Like the American Express Cash Magnet® Card – $150 Welcome Offer, the Blue Cash Everyday® Card from American Express offers a 0.0% introductory APR on purchases and balance transfers for the first 15 months (12.99%-23.99% Variable thereafter). However, the Blue Cash Everyday® Card from American Express also comes with a highly competitive cash back rewards structure, earning 3% on U.S. supermarkets (up to $6,000 in purchases, then 1%), 2% at U.S. gas stations and supermarkets and 1% on everything else — all for no annual fee (See Rates & Fees).

Potential deal-breakers: If you're looking for the longest available 0% balance transfer period, then you can find better options on this list, like the Citi Simplicity® Card - No Late Fees Ever and Discover it® Balance Transfer. However, if you value having a robust spending rewards program — i.e., a card that will provide you long-term value — then the Blue Cash Everyday® Card from American Express is a great option.

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10. Capital One® SavorOne® Cash Rewards Credit Card

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Why we like it: The Capital One® SavorOne® Cash Rewards Credit Card features a strong rewards rate of an unlimited 3% cash back on dining and entertainment, 2% at grocery stores and 1% on all other purchases. These categories are fixed and do not change depending on the calendar month. If your spending habits align with these categories, then you would greatly benefit from using this card. In addition, this card has a solid sign-up bonus: one-time $150 cash bonus after spending $500 on purchases within the first three months from account opening. Despite its high potential for rewards, the Capital One® SavorOne® Cash Rewards Credit Card still has no annual fees or transaction fees, ultimately making it one of the better options for qualifying individuals.

Potential deal-breakers: The Capital One® SavorOne® Cash Rewards Credit Card features a 0% intro APR on purchases for 15 months (15.49% - 25.49% (Variable) thereafter). Although this is a substantial period of time, there are other credit cards available that provide longer durations of 0% intro APR. If your outstanding debt is great enough that you need to maximize the amount of time you have before paying interest, then opting for an alternative with a longer 0% intro APR duration is essential. Furthermore, while this credit card may not feature rotating categories, you still need to organize your spending to maximize your spending on the most rewarding categories (i.e., dining and entertainment).

What is a Balance Transfer Credit Card?

Balance transfer credit cards have the potential to turn around a bad situation, because they are used to transfer high-interest debt from one or more credit cards to another with a lower interest rate. If you find yourself stuck with a growing debt that you can't seem to get rid of, due to compounding interest charges, then a balance transfer credit card may be the answer you need.

Many banks and other lending institutions will provide promotions—such as a 0% intro APR for a limited period of time—if you consolidate your debt through one of their balance transfer cards. These various promotions can help save you money in the process of repaying your debts, by allowing your payments to be 100% allocated toward the principal rather than the principal and interest.

Fortunately, there's a broad array of options when it comes to selecting a balance transfer credit card. Remember to keep in mind your specific needs and situation when taking a look at the options available, because the best credit card will always be the one that is most appropriate for your individual circumstances.