Aussie MasterCard for saving money
Aussie offers only one credit card, but it’s a beaut. It boasts low rates, a low annual fee, a low balance transfer rate, security features and special offers, without gimmicks or expensive rewards features. If you’re looking for a credit card, plain and simple, then this one could be it.
How does it save money?
The Aussie MasterCard carries a low introductory rate of 9.99% p.a. for the first twelve months the account is open. After that, rather than smashing you with a horribly high rate as some other banks do, it only rises a little—the current Aussie MasterCard rate on purchases is 11.49% p.a. and 17.99% p.a. on case advances. With an annual fee of only $49, how can you go wrong?
Can I transfer a balance and still save?
There’s no reason to keep paying those horribly high rates some other banks charge. You can transfer that balance to the Aussie MasterCard and keep saving with a low 4.99% p.a. rate for the first twelve months the account is open. After that, the rate reverts to the one charged for purchases, currently 11.49% p.a., giving you some serious time to pay down that balance and save even more. You also get up to 55 interest free days on purchases if the entire balance is paid in full each month. Now that’s a real saving!
Is it secure?
For a small additional fee, the Aussie MasterCard offers Secure Sentinel. If your wallet or purse is lost or stolen, with one telephone call from anywhere in the world, all of your covered credit cards will be cancelled, protecting you from fraudulent or unauthorised charges on your accounts. The Aussie MasterCard also offers Aussie CreditCover for additional peace of mind. For a low additional charge, this insurance can help cover your Aussie MasterCard repayment should you become ill, be injured, or suffer involuntary unemployment.
Are there extra benefits?
Rather than an expensive points or reward system, the Aussie MasterCard offers direct savings on things you can really use. Cardholders receive membership in the Aussie Wine Club for great savings on select wines delivered anywhere in Australia. There’s eDine, with special pricing on restaurants, resorts, and attractions all over Australia and New Zealand, and MasterCard Applause, with discount pricing and advance ticket sales for the greatest concerts and live events. That beats cashing in points for a toaster any day!
How can I get one?
Just click here and apply online but hurry—this offer ends 30 September 2009.
* Interest rates, annual fees, and other credit card details were taken from the most accurate data available at the time of writing. All rates are subject to change from the issuing bank, and their inclusion here in no way serves as a guarantee of rates. Please review rates and terms with the card issuer at the time of application.