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Next step up from Sub Prime?

Can anyone tell me what is the next step up from sub prime cards??

ie if you have had Capital one, Vanquis etc for 6-12 months run them well balances paid off etc or at least minimum...what cards do you try next?

Working your way towards 0% cards possibly or at least just better rates...

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  • BenL
    BenL Posts: 3,189 Forumite
    I went from the standard Capital One (its was green back then) to my banks credi card.

    I had been using my bank account and operating it well within their terms and cons and was given a card.

    Maybe a standard MBNA card?

    When you start getting letters from Capital One wanting to upgrade your account (and sometimes wanting a fee) you are on your way.
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  • CLAPTON
    CLAPTON Posts: 41,865 Forumite
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    do make sure you pay the full amount on your current cards each month... why reduce your standard of living by paying interest to the CC companies?
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