First Equity is a leading credit card provider specializing in the provision of bankcards to the nation's small businesses offering an APR as low as 0.0%* and a Working Capital Credit Line of up to $100,000. Customize your card with your Business name. Card members enjoy up to 5% cash back on qualified purchases*.
Card Highlights:
- APR as low as 0.0%*
- Working Capital Credit Line of up to $100,000
- Earn up to 5% cash back on qualified purchases*
- Regular APR: low as 0%
- Annual Fee: $0*
- Credit Needed: Small Business
*First Equity Terms & Conditions.
About First Equity Card:
First Equity is a leading credit card provider specializing in the provision of bankcards to the nation's small businesses. Our flagship product, the First Equity Platinum Small Business Card, is accepted at literally millions of merchants, service providers, and financial institutions around the globe.
First Equity Card Corporation is an official member of the VISA International payment system. Click here to see our listing among the certified Visa small business card providers and to explore the other terrific benefits of the First Equity Platinum Small Business Visa.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: I sent in an application? how long will it take to receive a response?
A: Our goal is to process applications in two weeks or less, but given the extraordinary demand for our product, it can take as long as 4 weeks. If it has been longer than 4 weeks, please contact us. If you have not been approved for credit or have not received a written response to your application you may want to check the credit information and address on file with the national credit bureaus. If you are interested in monitoring your credit report with the national credit reporting agencies, click here.
Q: Can I apply over the phone?
A: First Equity does not take applications over the phone as a precaution against identity theft and fraud.
Q: Can I apply over the web?
A: If you have received an invitation to apply in the mail, you can apply over the web using our secure application form. Just click on the "How to Apply" page to get started!
Q: Is there any risk to applying for a card?
A: No. By applying for the card, you agree to abide by the terms and conditions of the card, but have no liability unless you use the card.
Q: Is First Equity's card a personal or a business loan?
A: It is a business loan, but the authorizing officer of each account also has personal responsibility to ensure that the account is paid as agreed.
Q: Can I use the First Equity card for any type of business?
A: Yes. If you have any type of business, interest in starting a business, or a commercial purpose for which you would like to have a credit card, please apply. Our credit card is specifically designed to meet your needs.
Q: Do you consider both my business and personal credit in making a decision on an application?
A: Yes. This allows new businesses to establish a credit history and existing businesses to benefit from both the business and personal sides of their credit history.
Q: Will I be approved for a card given the complex nature of my financial situation or even if I have some blemishes on my personal or business credit history?
A: First Equity specializes in credit for businesses and therefore is more likely to understand the unique nature of a business person's complicated credit situation. As a result, First Equity is able to be more aggressive in approving accounts and credit lines than most credit card companies.
Q: Does First Equity report the card as a personal or business line of credit?
A: Primarily, the line is reported as a business line of credit, allowing our customers to build a strong credit history in the name of their business while avoiding the complications to your personal credit of heavy credit activity. If an account fails to abide by the terms and conditions or does not pay as agreed, the line is then reported on both business and personal credit reports.
Q: What type of credit line will I be approved for?
A: First Equity specializes in only credit cards for small businesses, allowing us to offer some of the most generous credit lines in the industry.
Q: Can I get additional cards for my employees?
A: Yes you can get cards for your employees and can control the credit line and usage of the card by employees as well as receive reporting on their usage each month.
Q: How did you get my name to send a credit card application?
A: First Equity carefully screens businesses to find only the best, most attractive firms. In addition, First Equity uses the most aggressive fraud detection processes in the industry to ensure that only you can be approved for a card in your name.
Q: What if I don't want to receive future offers from First Equity?
A: If you do not want to receive future offers from First Equity, please return the application in the supplied return envelope and simply write "Remove from mailing list" across the application. Be aware that it can take up to 8 weeks before this information is processed.
Q: How do I get cash back for the purchases on my First Equity Platinum Small Business Visa card?
A: First Equity Cardholders earn cash back with every purchase at the First Equity Cash Rewards Online Mall. Nothing could be simpler! You'll earn cash at the rate specified for each merchant, and every time you reach $10 in accumulated cash is sent to you automatically by check. Enter the online mall for more details, and to see the huge selection of participating merchants. Enjoy your First Equity card, and enjoy the cash back!
To review the list of participating merchants and see the rebates offered, you can visit http://shop.firstequitycard.com/ .
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