Amex Secured?

Discussion in 'Credit Talk' started by David, Apr 3, 2000.

  1. David

    David Well-Known Member

    Is the Amex Optima secured card a good deal?
     
  2. Barry N

    Barry N Guest

    David,

    The Secured Amex Optima is a nice way to get an Amex Card. However, be aware that this account ONLY creates a "credit history" with AMEX. It is not reported to the CRA's, unless you screw up. :)

    If you want to carry an AMEX card, then go for it.

    Peace,

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  3. CardReport

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    As I understand it, Amex does *not* report the secured Optima to the credit bureaus until they de-secure the card, at which time they apparantly submit all of the information leading up to that point. Supposedly, the first review for possible de-securing is when the account is a year old. Of course, individual circumstances, including the general condition of the cardholder's credit report will effect the decision.

    I suppose some people might want the "prestige" factor of Amex.

    http://www.cardreport.com
     
  4. CardReport

    CardReport Guest

    As I understand it, Amex does *not* report the secured Optima to the credit bureaus until they de-secure the card, at which time they apparantly submit all of the information leading up to that point. Supposedly, the first review for possible de-securing is when the account is a year old. Of course, individual circumstances, including the general condition of the cardholder's credit report will effect the decision.

    I suppose some people might want the "prestige" factor of Amex.

    http://www.cardreport.com
     
  5. dudu afric

    dudu afric Guest

    I am higly intrested in america express secured card can you please send me a number to call to request for the secure card application or the web page where i can fill out the application
    THANKS......DUDU
     
  6. Customer S

    Customer S Guest

    dudu african wrote:
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    I am higly intrested in america express secured card can you please send me a number to call to request for the secure card application or the web page where i can fill out the application
    THANKS......DUDU

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