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0% Credit Cards (Not balance transfer)

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Hello. Wondering if anyone could give me some advice. I am wanted to get a credit card for the first time, however do they offer 0% credit cards for someone who has never had one before and isnt balance transferring. Tried to do some research but its confusing. Thanks :)

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  • Cycrow
    Cycrow Posts: 2,639 Forumite
    You can get 0% purchase cards, these usually have a short period than balance transfers.

    however, these are usually reserved for those with a good credit history, so without any history of credit cards, it might be difficult to get one.

    All credit cards are 0% if you pay in full each month
  • bengal-stripe
    bengal-stripe Posts: 3,354 Forumite
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    edited 24 February 2014 at 10:22AM
    You would need a CC that gives you 0% interest on purchases. As long as you pay the minimum on time, you won't be charged any interest during the promotional period.

    "Purchases" do not include cash advances, foreign currencies and gambling sites.
  • Would a paypal payment be classed as a purchase?

    I would have it paid off in less than 12 months & on experian my credit score is 999

    Thanks for the responses - really helpful :)
  • bsms1147
    bsms1147 Posts: 2,275 Forumite
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    Would a paypal payment be classed as a purchase?
    Usually, yes. There will be additional fees though.

    What are you ultimately trying to do?
  • Ordinary paypal transactions are "purchases" - you buy something.

    If you send money to a friend or family member, than this transaction would be "quasi-cash".
  • Yes it will be via quasi-cash... Is this still a 3% fee does anyone know?

    Thanks for the help. Think I have found the best credit card for me after reading endless T&C's
  • bsms1147
    bsms1147 Posts: 2,275 Forumite
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    bsms1147 wrote: »
    What are you ultimately trying to do?
    ...............
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