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Author - Sam
Updated: December 30, 2024 | Credit Card Review The card_name card is a good starters card. It’s easy to get approved for with no previous credit and you will earn 1.5% cashback on all purchases, which will add to your Ultimate Rewards points.
- Credit: Fair credit Ok. It's recommended to have a Chase checking or savings account with a balance of $250 or more. The account must be opened before you apply for the card, though you can deposit the $250 or more within 48 hours of applying for the card.
- Chase 5/24 rule: Chase will decline an applicant that has opened 5 or more personal cards (other issuers included) in the past 24 months. Hence, 5/24 rule
- Max cards: You can get approved for up to 2 Chase credit cards in 30 days. Business cards and personal cards are counted separately
- Credit bureau: Chase Bank will usually pull your Experian credit report
- Combining same-day credit inquiries: Some data points suggest that credit inquiries for all Personal Chase cards for same-day applications will be combined; also, credit inquiries for all Business Chase cards for same-day applications will be combined. Credit inquiries for Personal and Business card applications will not be combined.
- Check application status: You can check your application status at Chase.com / Customer Center / Check my app status or call 1 888 338 2586
- Reconsideration: If you get declined then you can call 1 888 609 7805 to be reconsidered
Quickest way to get my card: You will be able to add your new card to your mobile wallet immediately after you get approved (it can sometimes take up to an hour for it to show up in your online login). You can also request Chase to overnight your physical card by calling Chase customer service.
Approval Monitor (submitted by HelpMeBuildCredit users)
Credit limit range $500-$25,000
Avg. Credit limit$3,443
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HelpMeBuildCredit credit ranges are a variation of FICO®️ Score 8, one of many types of credit scores lenders may use when considering your credit card application
Get your original manufacturer’s warranty time matched (up to a year). (Will only cover if the original warranty is for 3 years or less).
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Get refunded if your purchase is damaged or stolen, up to 120 days from the date of purchase. Max $500 per claim, $50,000 per account.
Coverage for canceled or interrupted travel due to an unforeseen medical emergency etc. Max $1,500 per passenger and $6,000 per trip for non-refundable travel expenses including flight tickets, hotels, and more.
